We help women and woman/feminine identified people who want to break free from their anxiety, depression, dysphoria, and trauma/stressors.

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Why does women’s mental health care matter?

Mental health conditions can affect men and women differently. Some mental health conditions seem to be more common in women. These include anxiety, depression, dysphoria, and trauma/stressors. 

Some mental health disorders are unique to women. One example is when some women experience symptoms of mood disorders such as depression as a result of hormonal changes in their bodies. This can occur during and after pregnancy which is called perinatal depression.

Another example is when they feel depression around the time of their monthly cycle, which is called premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD). Another type of depression can occur during menopause, which is called perimenopause-related depression.

There are specific mental health disorders that research has found to not have differences based on the individual sex of the person. These include schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. However, certain symptoms likely are more prevalent in women than in men. The course of the illness can be affected by the sex of the person. Currently, research is starting to work through the different psychological and biological factors that might impact mental health in women and men.

From the National Institute of Mental Health:

What are the symptoms of mental disorders in women?

Women and men can develop most of the same mental disorders and conditions, but they may experience different symptoms. Some common symptoms include:

• Persistent sadness or feelings of hopelessness

• Noticeable changes in mood, energy level, or appetite

• Difficulty sleeping or sleeping too much

• Appetite or weight changes

• Misuse of alcohol, drugs, or both

• Decreased energy or fatigue

• Excessive fear or worry

• Seeing or hearing things that are not there

• Extremely high and low moods

• Aches, headaches, or digestive problems without a clear cause

• Anger or irritability

• Social withdrawal

• Thoughts or behaviors that interfere with work, family, or social life

• Thoughts of death or suicide or suicide attempts https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/topics/women-and-mental-health

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Reference: https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/topics/women-and-mental-health