The article highlights the emotional struggles of Joshua, a San Jose high school student, whose family is deeply affected by the presence of ICE agents. His parents, being undocumented, live in fear of deportation, making everyday activities feel dangerous. Joshua has stepped up as the primary driver for his family, grappling with anxiety over potential separation due to ICE raids. Despite the turmoil, he feels unable to seek mental health support out of fear of drawing attention to his family's undocumented status, illuminating the broader challenges faced by immigrant communities in California.
"It's scary knowing that my parents could just disappear, and I won't know what happened to them until I hear it from the authorities."
"We’ve just been scared. I’ve been scared, like if someone pulls over one of my parents on the freeway, or on their way to work."
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