It's a "perfect storm" of crises affecting the mental health of the Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders communities in the U.S., according to a public health professional.

Since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, attacks on the AAPI community have increased.

Local organizations in New York have been proactive in tackling the issue: offering extra support like self-defense classes, therapy animals for comfort, and "sharing circles" to connect with others.

CGTN's Jody Jacobs has the story from New York.

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