Mental health illness has been increasing worldwide. The prevalence of mental illness and is higher among females than among males. It is estimated that one in 5 women experience a common mental health disorder. This article highlights gender disparities in the risk, prevalence, and presentation ...
Women's Mental Health P.S. Chandra, ... V.A.S. Krishna, in International Encyclopedia of Public Health, 2008 Conclusion Women's mental health needs to be considered in the context of the interaction of physical, reproductive, and biological factors with social, political, and economic issues...
These findings do not support policies that restrict women’s access to abortion on the basis that abortion harms women’s mental health. Introduction In 1989, the US Surgeon General concluded that “the scientific studies [to date] do not provide conclusive data about the health effects of ...
All work and no pay– Women generally have a more difficult time getting off from work to access mental health treatment. Nearly 1 in 4 women could not get time off from work for mental health care. 1 in 4 women also said that that they canceled or postponed care due to the expenses....
Over the last decade far-reaching changes have taken place in our beliefs and expectations about women’s roles and identities in the contexts of work, family, and community. These changes have been accompanied by an unprecedented expansion of knowledge
Topical Collection on Cognition and Motherhood: A key to understanding perinatal mental health? Changes in memory and cognition across pregnancy and the postpartum period have long been discussed with nearly 80% of mothers reporting that they... ...
Some mental health issues are more common among women. We show you how and where to get the help you may need.
Physical activity is prescribed as a component of primary management for Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS). This study investigates the association between physical activity and mental health as well as the exercise barriers, motivators and support provid
“Depression is another mental health issue that hits young women hard. It is not uncommon for depression to hit in late teens. There is a lot of pressure from school, peers, and changes that are occurring which can make this a tough time in life. The key is to talk about it. Don’...
Women are also up to 40 percent more likely to develop mental illnesses than men, so women in particular should be aware that gender does play a role in mental health. Whether you've struggled with your mental health or not, it's important to know how your mind and body are pre-...