concept   happiness
culture   Asian countries
statement   In many Asian countries, cultural emphasis on social harmony and group goals often takes priority over individual happiness, leading to stigmatization of open discussions about depression.
6 similar statements
# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 cheerfulness Asian countries Expressing excessive cheerfulness or being overly loud with emotions is often perceived as disruptive or inappropriate in social situations. 1
2 depression Asian Depression is often stigmatized and seen as a personal weakness rather than a medical condition, leading to reluctance to seek professional help. 1
3 depression Asian countries Depression is often stigmatized, and there is a cultural emphasis on internalizing emotions and not openly discussing mental health issues. 1
4 feeling depressed Asian There may be a stigma around openly discussing feelings of depression, and seeking professional help may be seen as a sign of weakness 1
5 happiness Asian countries Happiness is often linked to harmony within the family and community, and achieving group goals or maintaining social harmony is prioritized over individual happiness. 1
6 melancholy Asian countries May be perceived as a sign of weakness, and expressing it openly can be frowned upon in some societies. 1