Violence and abuse also disproportionately affect women’s mental health. In 2022, approximately 442,754 women were raped or sexually assaulted in the U.S., a stark increase from previous years (Statista Research Department, 2024). In comparison, 89,053 men experienced similar assaults during the same period. The cycle of domestic violence and the trauma it ensues necessitate targeted interventions like domestic abuse therapy and support groups for women, which provide crucial spaces for healing and empowerment.

The manifestation of mental health symptoms can also differ significantly between genders.  Conditions like bipolar disorder and depression often appear differently in men and women, with women more likely to experience depressive episodes and men frequently exhibiting more aggressive manic episodes. 

These significant differences in how mental health conditions affect men and women underscore the need for specialized programming to adequately address and support the diverse needs of women’s mental health. Tailored interventions, such as gender-specific treatment programs, are crucial in providing adequate care and improving outcomes for all individuals affected by mental health issues, which is why our program, Montare Center for Healing, was created to support.