Breaking the Silence, Addressing Youth Suicide Ep. 5: IMG Caucus

In this episode of Breaking the Silence, Dr. Raman Marwaha—chair of the APA's International Medical Graduate (IMG) Caucus, is joined by Dr. Rama Rao for a thought-provoking conversation about youth suicide, cultural identity, and the immigrant experience. Dr. Rao shares his personal and professional journey, exploring the impact of intergenerational trauma, acculturation stress, and the importance of humility and humanity in clinical care. Drawing from history, psychoanalysis, and lived experience, he emphasizes the role of empathy, cultural understanding, and community in suicide prevention, particularly among immigrant youth and families.