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From the Heart: Mental Health in Mandarin

The Mental Health in Mandarin Team 5 Episodes Jan 14, 2026

This podcast explores mental health topics through the lens of Chinese language and culture, aiming to enhance cross-cultural mental health dialogue. Each episode features conversations that break down stigma, share personal stories, and provide accessible education in Mandarin. The show is designed for Chinese-speaking audiences, offering a safe space to discuss emotional well-being and mental health challenges.

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#4 Symptoms of Depression / 抑郁症的症状 Jan 14, 2026 00:16:16 In this episode, Dr. Mengyao Li and Dr. Sen Xu return to complete their series on depression. They differentiate sadness from clinical depression and describe somatic manifestations of depression, which can occur more frequently amongst Asian patients.在这一期节目中，医生们回归并完成了他们关于抑郁症的系列讨论。他们区分了悲伤与临床抑郁症的不同，并介绍了抑郁症的躯体化表现，这种表现可能在亚洲患者中更为常见。Disclaimer: This episode reflects the personal perspectives of the hos

#3 Cultural Roots of Depression / 抑郁的中华文化背景 Jan 12, 2026 00:27:56 In this episode, Dr. Mengyao Li and Dr. Sen Xu explore the diagnosis of depression within the context of Chinese cultural expectations and beliefs. They reflect upon generational trauma, parental pressures, and issues of identity and belonging.在本期节目中，Dr. Mengyao Li 和 Dr. Sen Xu 探讨了在中国文化期待与信念背景下抑郁症的诊断。他们讨论了可能导致抑郁症的具体压力因素，包括来自父母的压力，以及在身份认同和归属感方面的挣扎。Disclaimer:This episode reflects the personal persp

#2 Your Child's School Performance / 孩子的学校表现 Jan 12, 2026 00:19:25 In this episode, Dr. Ouyang and Dr. Wang explore how school performance might connect with mental health, especially in Asian and Asian American families where academic achievement often reflects family and cultural pride.Key Questions We Discussed1. Why do some children struggle in school even when they’re trying?Emotional and psychological challenges can play a role.Common causes include anxiety

#1 Mental Health and Stigma / 心理障碍与污名化 Aug 13, 2025 00:33:03 In this episode, we explore the concepts of psychological and psychiatric disorders, the stigma surrounding mental illness—especially in Asian cultures—and ways we can help reduce that stigma through open discussion, education, and mindful communication. Understanding the language around mental health is key to reducing stigma. Here are some common terms:精神病 (jīngshén bìng) / 神经病 (shénjīng bìng) —

Introducing "From the Heart" / 介绍心理话 Jul 14, 2025 00:13:52 Mental Health in Mandarin is a podcast that explores mental health topics through the lens of Chinese language and culture. Each episode features conversations that break down stigma, share personal stories, and provide accessible education in Mandarin.《心理话》是一档通过中文语言和文化视角探讨心理健康话题的播客节目。每集通过对话打破污名、分享真实经历，并用浅显易懂的方式传递心理健康知识。Disclaimer: This episode reflects the personal perspectives of the hosts and d

From the Heart: Mental Health in Mandarin

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