Respondents noted struggling with psychological issues, particularly those who are younger, female and regularly experience racial discrimination, the report by the non-profit Committee of 100 added.
“We were surprised at the large percentage of responses when it came to issues of mental health and wellness and how the relationship with the US and China impacts how Chinese-Americans are feeling discriminated against,” said Sam Collitt, a research and data scientist with the committee.
These factors underscored the need to “continue to put this challenge into the spotlight”, he added.