SAMHIN

08/30/2026

Grief looks different for everyone. It is not something we have to hide or carry silently.

Today, we honor every journey and remind one another: you are not alone.

08/24/2026

Join our Jananai Su***de Loss Survivor Support Group today at 8 PM ET. This virtual platform offers a confidential and supportive environment for individuals who have lost loved ones to su***de. Participants can share their experiences and find solace in a community that understands the unique challenges of grief. Together, we can move beyond mere survival towards healing. ***deAwareness

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Email from SAMHIN Join Us Tonight at 8 PM for Compassionate Support and Connection.   Su***de Loss Survivor Support Group Today 8 PM - 9 PM ET   Our meetings are offered to anyone who has lost a loved

08/23/2026

In Finding Where I Belonged: Part Two, Sahana Shankar shares how finding South Asian community helped her reconnect with her culture and develop a stronger sense of belonging. Her story explores the power of community and how embracing our identities can shape the way we see and accept ourselves.

Read the full blog at samhin.org

08/20/2026

Why does culturally responsive mental health care matter? 💭

We asked clinicians to share their perspectives on why understanding a persons culture, identity, and lived experiences is such an important part of meaningful mental health care.

In this reel, you hear from:
🎙️Dr. Sailaja Shah
Board Certified Geriatric Psychiatrist
Associate Medical Director at the Outpatient Electroconvulsive Therapy Center at HMH Carrier Clinic

🎙️Dr. Mohammed Mazharuddin
Psychiatrist

🎙️Parantap Pandya
Crisis Intervention Specialist
Long Time SAMHIN Supporter

🎙️Dr. Maliha Sheikh
Psychologist
Specializing in Children and Adolescent Psychology

08/20/2026

In The Cost of Fitting In: Part One, Sahana Shankar shares her experience navigating identity, culture, and belonging as a second-generation South Asian.
Her story explores the pressure to fit in and how it can shape the way we see ourselves.

Read the full blog at samhin.org.

08/19/2026

Academic pressure is real, but you don't have to carry it alone ❤️
Here are a few simple reminders to help you keep your balance as classes pick back up.

08/13/2026

SAMHIN invites eligible first-generation Indian American men to participate in a research study exploring mental health help-seeking experiences. This study aims to gather valuable insights from individuals who immigrated to the U.S. after age 10. If you or someone you know fits this description, please consider participating. For inquiries, contact Joe Varughese at [email protected].

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08/13/2026

Mental health ≠ mental illness.

Everyone has mental health, and taking care of it is important.

Seeking support, talking openly about mental health, setting boundaries, taking time to rest, and learning more about mental health are all ways we can prioritize our well-being ❤️

Swipe through to learn more, and visit samhin.org for more information and mental health resources.

08/04/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us for the Health Screenings at the Hindu Temple in Flushing, NY! We appreciate everyone who came to the event and took the time to prioritize their health and well-being.

Stay tuned to our Instagram and pages for updates on upcoming health screenings. We look forward to seeing you at our next event ❤️

08/03/2026

Today at 7 PM ET, we invite you to the Sahara Grief Support Group, a virtual space dedicated to those navigating grief. Our group meets on the first and third Mondays of each month, providing a platform for sharing experiences and fostering healing in a supportive environment.

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Email from SAMHIN Feeling Overwhelmed? Connect with Others at Our Grief Support Group Tonight.   Sahara Grief Support Group Today 7 PM - 8 PM ET   Grief touches all of us. Whether you’ve lost a loved