Dr. Chandra’s

books, articles and resources

You can find all of my writings through RaviChandraMD.com, including:

Self Care for Activists (Psychology Today, August 17, 2016)

12 Common Cognitive Distortions, with commentary by Dr. Chandra

Birthright Citizenship: The Psychology of Exclusion and Fear June 28, 2025
The Supreme Court's recent ruling and ICE actions have amplified conflict over the citizenship and safety of migrants.
US Immigration Conflicts: Considering Law and Psychology June 21, 2025
Professor Bill Ong Hing, a towering figure in the field of immigration law, shares his views on the legal and psychological challenges facing migrants.
Celine Song’s "Materialists" Delivers a Wallop, but at a Cost June 19, 2025
Celine Song's latest film "Materialists" doesn't disappoint—or, rather, it showcases a disappointing state of affairs, and urges us to do better.
Asian American Men and Their Fathers: Healing Old Wounds May 10, 2025
Two recent films—Tad Nakamura's "Third Act" and Tony Nguyen's "Year of the Cat"—provide important narratives for the Asian American experience and the relationships between sons and fathers.
Intergenerational Palestinian Trauma in “All That’s Left of You” April 23, 2025
Cherien Dabis' film "All That's Left of You" portrays the intergenerational trauma of a Palestinian family, and asks important questions about how such pain might be held.