Almost one in five women experience symptoms of a common mental health disorder. What factors are driving these issues in women, and what can we do to offer them more effective support?

In this episode of Perspectives, we deep dive into women's mental health, exploring issues like genetics, pregnancy, menopause, and the societal pressures placed on women.

On the panel:

▶️ Dr Victoria Chamorro, Consultant Psychiatrist

▶️ Debbie Longsdale, Priory's Therapy Director

▶️ Dr Samir Shah, Consultant Psychiatrist

LINKS TO SOURCES:

One in five women (19%) experience a Common Mental Disorder (CMO) - https://digital.nhs.uk/data-and-information/publications/statistical/adult-psychiatric-morbidity-survey/adult-psychiatric-morbidity-survey-survey-of-mental-health-and-wellbeing-england-2014

Abuse is main driver of mental ill health in women and girls, say psychiatrists - https://www.theguardian.com/society/2024/mar/08/abuse-is-main-driver-of-mental-ill-health-in-women-and-girls-say-psychiatrists

Young women seeking mental health help called ‘dramatic’, UK survey finds - https://www.theguardian.com/society/2023/jul/17/young-women-seeking-mental-health-help-called-dramatic-uk-survey-finds