Social support encompasses the emotional and material aid conveyed through interpersonal connections, aimed at enhancing the well-being of individuals. It involves the exchange of resources among people, perceived as beneficial by both giver and receiver. While various definitions exist, social support generally falls into two categories: objective, reflecting what individuals have received, and subjective, based … Read more
There is an increasing agreement that exposure to environmental toxins before conception can have negative impacts on fertility, pregnancy, and the development of fetuses, which may endure throughout infancy, adulthood, and potentially across multiple generations. In this article, we examine current information regarding exposure to various chemicals before conception and during pregnancy, such as heavy … Read more
Legislation, laws, and public policies significantly influence women’s reproductive decisions and their real-life experiences. These factors are not only influenced by but also shape social, cultural, and political discourses, beliefs, and attitudes, which often endorse traditional gender roles and family structures while suppressing non-traditional life paths. Prevailing stereotypes about femininity, ideals of motherhood, and women’s … Read more
Mental illnesses can impact women and men in diverse ways. Certain conditions are more prevalent among women, such as depression, anxiety, and eating disorders. Additionally, there exist specific disorders unique to women. For instance, some women encounter depressive symptoms during periods of hormonal shifts, such as pregnancy (perinatal depression), menstruation (premenstrual dysphoric disorder), and menopause … Read more
Menopause “So many women I’ve talked to see menopause as an ending. But I’ve discovered this is your moment to reinvent yourself after years of focusing on the needs of everyone else. It’s your opportunity to get clear about what matters to you and then to pursue that with all of your energy, time and … Read more