| dc.description.abstract | COVID-19 introduced a slew of pandemics, not only in a global response to health crises,
but also in the realm of racial justice and socioeconomic disparities. For Asian Americans, the
virus unveiled a perpetuation of hate crimes and racial “othering,” elements that impact the
mental health of Asian and Asian American individuals. A review of the literature reveals that
the current rise in anti-Asian racism is not a new concept, but rather is based in a longstanding
history of scapegoating onto minority groups in times of crisis. Consequently, the external
context of pandemic racism integrates with cultural and social values that uniquely shape the
current landscape of Asian American mental health, factors that range from family and
generational status to education and religion. This study analyzes the thematic findings from ten
qualitative interviews conducted with Asian American students and mental health professionals,
producing integrative questions on the future direction of existing mental health programs and
resources for Asian Americans. | en_US |
