Discrimination, Self‐Compassion, and Family Factors in Suicide Risk Among Asian Young Adults
Journal of Multicultural Counseling and Development
Published online on July 06, 2026
Abstract
["Journal of Multicultural Counseling and Development, Volume 54, Issue 3, Page 140-149, July 2026. ", "\nABSTRACT\nThis cross‐sectional quantitative study examines how discrimination and self‐compassion moderate the associations between family factors (i.e., shame and perfectionism) and perceived burdensomeness (a suicidal risk factor) in an Asian sample. Our study suggested that self‐compassion may serve as a protective factor to help mitigate suicide risk when Asian young adults experience shame or criticism from family, whereas discrimination could intensify the feelings of being a burden to their family. Clinical implications were discussed.\n"]