Talking to your parents about mental health can feel intimidating—especially when you grew up in a traditional Filipino household.
Many teens today are becoming more aware of their mental well-being. But just because you understand what anxiety or depression is doesn’t mean your parents do. In fact, in many Filipino families, the topic of mental health is rarely discussed or even misunderstood.
So how do you begin that conversation?
Let’s walk through this together—with practical tips and examples you can use right away.