Mental Health

Celebrating Women's Health: Progress and Challenges Ahead Title: New Focus and Investment in Women's Health Research In the month of May, as we celebrate Mother's Day, National Women's Health Week, and Maternal Mental Health Awareness Week, there is a renewed focus on women's health in America. The Biden administration has recently allocated $100 million in...

Exploring Gender Bias in Women's Mental Health: A Review of Misty Pratt's "All In Her Head" Misty Pratt's journey through mental health struggles and the healthcare system has led her to challenge conventional beliefs about women's mental health in her new book, "All In Her Head: How Gender Bias Harms Women's Mental Health." Pratt's...

Challenges Faced by Women Professionals in Indian Workplaces and Strategies for Well-being India Inc. is making strides towards achieving equitable gender representation in the workplace, but the well-being of women professionals is still a major concern. Saraswathi Kasturirangan, Chief Happiness Officer at Deloitte India, sheds light on key well-being issues and offers potential solutions. One...

Survey Finds Increasing Stress Levels Among Women in Global Workforce The Struggle for Women in the Global Workforce: New Survey Reveals High Stress Levels and Mental Health Concerns A recent survey conducted by Deloitte, which included 5,000 women across 10 countries, has shed light on the challenges faced by women in the workforce. Despite the...

The Importance of Building Community for Women's Health and Wellness The importance of community in building a strong support system for women's mental health was highlighted in a recent letter to the editor received by The Longmont Leader. Antoinette DaSilva-Fausto, MA, LPC emphasized the role of community in helping women thrive in a world...

Maternal Mental Health Awareness Week in Nigeria: Addressing the Growing Concern Maternal mental health has become a growing concern in Nigeria, with an increasing number of women experiencing emotional distress before, during, and after childbirth. To address this issue, Maternal Mental Health Awareness Week is recognized every year from April 29 through May 5. According...

Gender Disparities in Global Health Outcomes: Insights from a Recent Study The Lancet Study Reveals Gender Disparities in Global Health: Men at Higher Risk of Premature Death, Women Face Greater Burden of Chronic Health Conditions A recent study published in The Lancet Public Health has brought to light significant gender disparities in health outcomes, shedding...

Global Gender Health Gap Analysis: Women Experience More Years in Poor Health Than Men A recent global gender health gap analysis has shed light on the disparities between men and women when it comes to health outcomes. The study, published in the Lancet Public Health journal, revealed that women tend to experience more years...

Study Finds Perimenopausal Women 40% More Likely to Experience Depression: UCL Researchers The perimenopausal stage can be a challenging time for women, as a new study led by UCL researchers has found that they are 40% more likely to experience depression during this period compared to those who are not experiencing any menopausal symptoms. The...

Research Study: Women's Experiences of Maternal Suicide Attempts During the Perinatal Period The research conducted by King's College London sheds light on the experiences of women who have attempted suicide during pregnancy or shortly after giving birth. This groundbreaking study identified three key themes that could help identify and support those at risk of...