How Can South Asian Women in Psychiatry Lead the Change? ft. Dr. Harkirat Kaur, MD

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Brown Women Health is the first and only platform that brings culturally-specific and verified health information to South Asian Women globally. Join us for exciting and meaningful conversations regarding all things women's health, medicine, and culture - specifically through the lens of Brown Women. Through our podcast, we are able to highlight amazing South Asian women working in healthcare and bring their expertise right to you! Follow us on Instagram @BrownWomenHealth

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How Can South Asian Women in Psychiatry Lead the Change? ft. Dr. Harkirat Kaur, MD

Brown Women Health

57 minutes 54 seconds

1 year ago

How Can South Asian Women in Psychiatry Lead the Change? ft. Dr. Harkirat Kaur, MD

Welcome to the Brown Women Health Podcast! In our first episode of 2024, join Priya Sanghvi and Ritika Jhawar as they dive into a crucial conversation surrounding mental health awareness within the South Asian community. Joined by esteemed psychiatrist, Dr. Harkirat Kaur, this episode explores the importance of breaking cultural stigmas and advocating for mental well-being.

Discover Dr. Kaur's journey into psychiatry and what stood out was her unwavering confidence despite the prevalent stigmas in the South Asian community. She shares her commitment to the growth of the psychiatric field and her dedication to creating more awareness.

Gain insights into the evolving landscape of psychiatry and the shift towards more holistic interventions, beyond traditional medication.

Explore common misconceptions surrounding seeking help for mental health issues within South Asian communities, and learn practical steps for erasing stigma and overcoming barriers to access care.

Delve into Dr. Kaur's personal experiences as a South Asian woman in the field of psychiatry, uncovering the challenges she's faced and the strategies she's employed to overcome them.

Tune in to this enlightening episode and join the movement towards destigmatizing mental health in South Asian communities!