The phenomenology of depressions and anxieties in women across different cultures (original) (raw)

This paper explores the higher prevalence of depression and anxiety in women compared to men across various cultures. It highlights the influence of nonwestern, culturally-specific concepts of mental health on the expression and diagnosis of these disorders. The research underscores the need for a flexible approach to mental health assessments and the harmonization of diagnostic criteria internationally, illustrated through workshops and studies focusing on women's mental health in distinct cultural contexts.