Mental Health 101
What is the term for taking a break from something to protect your well-being?
Self-care
T/F: Mental health stigma remains higher in South Asian communities than in many Western populations.
True
Which Bollywood movie starring Aamir Khan explores dyslexia through a young boy named Ishaan?
Taare Zameen Par
T/F: Academic pressure is one of the top stressors among South Asian university students.
What ancient Indian practice is now globally recognized for improving mental well-being?
Yoga
What percentage of people globally experience a mental health condition at some point in their lives?
up to 50% may experience a diagnosable mental disorder by age 75
What is the term for feeling torn between your family's cultural traditions and the values of the society you grew up in?
Cultural identity conflict
Which South Asian actress founded the “Live Love Laugh Foundation” to promote mental health awareness?
Deepika Padukone
What’s one scientifically supported way to improve focus and reduce anxiety before exams?
mindfulness or deep breathing
What South Asian spice is known for reducing inflammation and supporting brain health?
Turmeric
What is the term for feeling physically and emotionally exhausted from prolonged stress?
Burnout
Many South Asians describe emotional distress as physical pain. What is this called?
somatization
Which Netflix series follows an Indian-American teenager coping with grief, identity, and cultural expectations, while highlighting the importance of therapy?
Never Have I Ever
What chemical is released during stress that increases alertness and tension?
Cortisol
Which South Asian country introduced the concept of mindfulness and meditation over 2,500 years ago?
India
What is the most common mental health disorder worldwide?
Which South Asian country launched a National Mental Health Programme in 1982?
India
Which Canadian YouTuber and author has spoken openly about mental health and burnout?
Lilly Singh
What’s one campus resource that helps students manage stress and mental health?
McMaster's student wellness centre
In many South Asian cultures, what family structure is common and can impact mental health both positively and negatively?
Which organization established World Mental Health Day?
World Health Organization (WHO)
October 10
Studies show South Asian immigrants often delay seeking professional help by how long, on average?
about 1–2 years longer than non-immigrants
Which Netflix Indian series explored generational trauma and therapy through its characters?
Made in Heaven
What term describes a balanced state of emotional resilience, even under pressure?
Emotional regulation
Name one South Asian organization or NGO focused on mental health awareness (other than SOCH).
The MINDS Foundation, Sangath, MANAS