Choosing a career your family is hesitant about 🧠👩🏻‍⚕️

I grew up in an Armenian community, which means mental health was rarely talked about or valued - this served as a big reason I wanted to become a Psychiatrist, so I can help break the stigma. Some ways I helped talk to my parents about the decision:

1. explain the WHY so they understand your POV

2. Allow them space to ask questions- this way YOU can also understand and address their concerns. I found out most of the concerns came stemmed from fear of the unknown

3. educate ! This is a perfect moment to advocate for your specialty

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