Women’s Issues
Do you feel less joy or carefree than you used to feel? Is your relationship abusive or unhealthy? Have you been living with low self-esteem leading to living a less satisfying life?
If we were to ask women about their life experiences, many would admit their life events haven’t always seemed fair. In many instances, women experience hardships in their environment, challenges that are psychological as well as biological that are related to gender. These challenges can impact their mental health and well-being.
Women may need help to deal with these challenges - if they are left untreated, they can often lead to other mental health issues such as anxiety, depression, and a low sense of self.
Are Women More at Risk of Developing Mental Health Issues?
Daniel Freeman, clinical psychologist at the Oxford University analyzed 12 large-scale studies and concluded that women may be between 20% and 40% more likely to develop a mental illness than men. According to Freeman, “Women tend to view themselves more negatively than men and that is a vulnerability factor for many mental health problems."
Some common mental health issues experienced by women include:
- Depression
- Anxiety
- Postpartum depression
- Postpartum psychosis
- Post-traumatic stress
- Eating disorders
- Borderline personality
- Mood-related challenges
- Low self-worth
- Self-harming behaviors
Why Seek Therapy for Women’s Issues?
As mentioned above, women’s issues can take a serious toll on a woman’s emotional, physical, and mental health. The effects can be mild to extreme, and in many cases, women are not able to cope with their issues on their own.
By seeking therapy, a woman can get the help to overcome an issue that she has been struggling with. Seeking therapy can be an empowering first step on the road back to YOU. There are several therapies, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), that can offer coping tools and new perspectives.
While each step you take may, feel scary, unsure and challenging, a therapist will be encouraging you as she listens to you, to help you figure things out and change the situations for the better.
If you or someone you know would like to explore treatment options, please get in touch with me. I would be honored to walk with you on your journey.