What is it about?
We asked AAPI individuals and their families/caregivers to share stories regarding their experiences in rehabilitation and disability. Four prominent themes emerged: family dynamics, collectivistic values, cultural barriers to adjustment, and healthcare access issues. These results highlight the need to tailor treatment and care not just to the individual, but to the family as a whole.
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Why is it important?
Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) populations represent a growing portion of the U.S. demographics, but are less likely to utilize healthcare services and participate in research. Understanding the perspectives and experiences of AAPI individuals is important for enhancing the support and services that professionals offer. We offer clinical considerations and practice guidelines for rehabilitation professionals.
Perspectives
This study was so deeply meaningful to me, as a first generation Chinese-American clinical psychologist with parents who speak extremely limited English. I had developed the study to learn more about help-seeking behaviors and health-related needs that other AAPI families may have, so that I, and others who work in rehabilitation, can better tailor the care we offer.
Jessica Conklin
Shepherd Center
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This page is a summary of: A narrative thematic analysis of Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) experiences of rehabilitation and disability., Asian American Journal of Psychology, April 2025, American Psychological Association (APA),
DOI: 10.1037/aap0000370.
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