How often do parents seek help for their children's mental health challenges?

Psychology student Celeste Kandel aims to explore the help-seeking behaviour of Nepali parents when it comes to mental health challenges in young children. She is conducting the research as part of her Master of Clinical Psychology at the University of the Sunshine Coast. Kandel spoke to SBS Nepali about the importance of research-backed data to implement policies in Australia's Nepali community.

Celeste Kadel says research is important to inform new policies and interventions in the Nepali community. Credit: Getty Images/Pornpak Khunatorn, Supplied/Celeste Kadel

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