Culture Series
Marla Watts and Manny Huecias, both board-certified professionals in behavior analysis, discuss socio-emotional health in Latin families, drawing from their own experiences growing up in Spanish-speaking households. They explore how cultural expectations and traditions influence individuals' willingness to seek socio-emotional health support, along with the role of religious beliefs and access to resources. Emphasizing the need for open and gentle conversations within families, they highlight how these dialogues can help destigmatize socio-emotional health, fostering understanding and support within the local area.