
Women’s Mental Health: Understanding the Challenges and Exploring New Solutions
12. June 2025Women experience mental health differently than men. While both can struggle with psychological distress, the reasons behind women’s suffering are often rooted in a mix of biological, social, and systemic factors that require their own conversation. From hormonal shifts and heightened stress to misdiagnosis and chronic emotional strain, women face unique hurdles that deserve focused attention and effective support.
In this article, we take a closer look at five key areas that influence women’s mental health: the higher prevalence of depression and anxiety, hormonal influences such as menopause, the impact of mental load and chronic stress, gender-based disparities in diagnosis, and the potential of Neurofeedback as a supportive therapy.