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Culture’s Effect on Mental Health

Authors
Dhwani Puri1, *
1Psychology department, School of Biological and Environmental Sciences, Shoolini University of Biotechnology and Management Sciences, Solan, Himachal Pradesh, India
*Corresponding author. Email: dhwanipuri131006@gmail.com
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Dhwani Puri
Available Online 10 November 2025.
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10.2991/978-2-38476-477-8_3How to use a DOI?
Keywords
Culture; Mental Health; Stigma; Therapy; Cultural Barriers; Cultural Sensitivity
Abstract

This study analysis the effect of cultural norms on mental health perceptions, stigma, coping mechanisms and help-seeking behaviours. Data was collected from 230 individuals across diverse cultural backgrounds through an anonymous online survey. The findings of this study reveal that on one hand some cultures are open to discussing mental health while on the other hand some think of it as a private matter and associate it with weakness. Approaching stigma and increasing mental health awareness can encourage help-seeking behaviour and emotional openness. Ultimately, the research highlights the importance of creating a wide-ranging mental health system that respects cultural diversity while promoting psychological well-being.

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Volume Title
Proceedings of the 3rd International Conference, Anubhuti: Revitalizing Indian Knowledge Systems for the Modern World (ICIKS 2025)
Series
Advances in Social Science, Education and Humanities Research
Publication Date
10 November 2025
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978-2-38476-477-8
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2352-5398
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© 2025 The Author(s)
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