The article highlights key differences in the onset and presentation of psychosis between genders, emphasizing a second peak for women during midlife around perimenopause. It discusses how hormonal changes may heighten risk and notes a tendency for women to report more severe depression and mood symptoms. Interestingly, women with psychosis are less likely to struggle with substance use disorders compared to men, which may contribute to better overall recovery outcomes. The discussion underscores the complexities of psychosis in women and calls attention to the unique experiences of mothers and expectant mothers.
While both men and women experience psychosis in their late teens and early twenties, women face another peak risk period during midlife, notably around perimenopause.
Gender differences in psychosis include not only varying age of onset but also the unique mental health challenges faced by women, particularly regarding depression and the impact of motherhood.
Research indicates that women experiencing psychosis are less likely than men to engage in substance use, which may contribute to better recovery outcomes for them.
Depression is notably prevalent among women with psychosis, who report more severe mood symptoms, indicating a significant intersection between mood disorders and psychotic experiences.
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