Overcoming Barriers to Better Mental Health in the Older Asian Community

This one-hour talk from Stanford University explores the unique mental health challenges faced by older adults in the Asian community, where mental health issues are often under-recognized and undertreated. Learn about the significant barriers to care including stigma, cultural beliefs, and limited access to treatment that affect this population. Discover culturally sensitive interventions that can effectively support both individuals and the broader community. The presenter, Dr. Daniel Kim, is a board-certified geriatric psychiatrist who serves as co-chief of the Geriatric Psychiatry Section at Stanford University and medical director of the inpatient Geriatric Psychiatry Service. Dr. Kim brings extensive experience from his clinical fellowship in geriatric psychiatry and his previous role at UC San Diego, where he directed senior behavioral health programs. The talk also highlights Stanford Health Library's free resources, including research assistance from medical librarians and mindfulness meditation materials.