Norms Lab

Social Norms and Women's Mental Health

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The mental health challenges faced by women are unique and varied across different stages of life. From adolescence to menopause, women may face a range of stressors and pressures that can impact their mental well-being, including societal expectations, gender-based discrimination, hormonal changes, and caregiving responsibilities.  These challenges are often worsened by stigma and lack of access to resources. Addressing women's mental health needs is crucial to breaking the cycle of mental health challenges. 

In this episode, Ibifubara Davies , a Psychologist and Researcher who through her work in her private psychotherapy practice and other mediums, has provided support and resources to people dealing with mental health issues and Joy Ubong , an Advocacy and Research Officer in She Writes Woman (SWW), where she is currently giving her quota to seeing a stigmatized-free society, discuss with the host, Halima Buba, how social norms affect women's mental health.

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