A narrative review of the biopsychosocial and health characteristics of Asian Indians in the United States: Clinical and research implications for neuropsychological functioning

Sunderaraman, Preeti; Irani, Farzin; Krishnan, Kamini; Hundal, Jasdeep

doi:10.1080/13854046.2021.1987524

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“…Specific to the Asian Indian community, untreated PTSD may also contribute to the inter-generational transmission of aggression and violence (Schauer & Schauer, 2010). Further, untreated PTSD may also contribute to chronic illnesses such as cardiovascular diseases in this community (Kumar & Sinha, 2020) and subsequent high rates of mortality in this group (Sunderaraman et al, 2021). Similarly, a recent study indicated that Asian Indians who reported more adverse childhood experiences were more likely to report diabetes and high blood pressure in adulthood (Santoro et al, 2021).…”

Section: Disparities In Treatment For Posttraumatic Stress Disorder A...mentioning

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“…While there have not been many studies examining Asian Indians specifically, a meta-analysis found a prevalence rate of ∼17% for PTSD among the South Asian countries more broadly (Naveed et al, 2020). Also, Asian Indians tend to experience symptoms of complex PTSD (e.g., emotional dysregulation) given their experiences of unaddressed chronic interpersonal traumas (Sunderaraman et al, 2021).…”

Section: Traumatic Experiences and Posttraumatic Stress Disordermentioning

confidence: 99%

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Asian Indians in the United States and Posttraumatic Stress Disorder Interventions: A Narrative Literature Review

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Topic. Limited research has examined trauma and posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) among Asian Indians in the U.S. Thus, we (1) synthesize literature on trauma, PTSD, disparities in treatment for PTSD, the burden of untreated PTSD, and culturally-adapted (CA) PTSD interventions; and (2) discuss recommendations for clinicians/researchers working with this population. Method. We searched two databases using keywords related to Asian Indians, PTSD, and interventions. Of 238 identified articles, we used content from 26 articles to inform our review. Findings. Asian Indians report traumatic experiences before, during, or after immigration to the U.S. and consequential PTSD symptoms. Further, Asian Indians in the U.S. are disproportionately impacted by socio-cultural and economic determinants of poor mental health (e.g., shame/stigma associated with seeking mental health services, few culturally-responsive services), which may contribute to the under-reporting of PTSD and (interpersonal) traumas and less willingness to seek treatment. Additionally, CA PTSD interventions tailored to Asian Indians in the U.S. have not been developed. Socio-cultural considerations that can inform CA PTSD interventions for Asian Indians include: causal conditions (e.g., culturally-rooted beliefs about trauma/PTSD), intervening conditions/barriers (e.g., emotional inhibition), and mitigating/coping strategies (e.g., religious/spiritual practices, cultural idioms of distress). These considerations influence clinician/treatment preferences (e.g., solution-oriented and structured therapy, less emotional exposure). Lastly, we outline recommendations for clinicians/researchers: (1) need for national studies on trauma, PTSD, treatment utilization, and the burden of untreated PTSD; (2) consideration of immigration-related experiences influencing PTSD; (3) consideration of socio-cultural elements for CA PTSD interventions; and (4) need for culturally-valid PTSD assessments.

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Section: Disparities In Treatment For Posttraumatic Stress Disorder A...mentioning

confidence: 99%

Section: Traumatic Experiences and Posttraumatic Stress Disordermentioning

confidence: 99%

Asian Indians in the United States and Posttraumatic Stress Disorder Interventions: A Narrative Literature Review

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A narrative review of the biopsychosocial and health characteristics of Asian Indians in the United States: Clinical and research implications for neuropsychological functioning

Cited by 5 publications

References 70 publications

Asian Indians in the United States and Posttraumatic Stress Disorder Interventions: A Narrative Literature Review

Asian Indians in the United States and Posttraumatic Stress Disorder Interventions: A Narrative Literature Review

Mental Health Symptom Profiles and Treatment Parameters Among Asian Indians: Latent Profile Analyses

Language and Acculturation: Neuropsychological Sequalae of COVID-19 in Indian Americans

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