What Are Men’s and Women’s Issues and How Do They Show Up?

Men and women often face different pressures, expectations, and roles that shape how they experience stress, emotions, and relationships. These experiences are influenced by social norms, family dynamics, culture, and personal history.

Men’s issues may show up as:

• Difficulty expressing emotions or asking for help

• Feeling pressure to be strong, in control, or successful

• Suppressing stress, sadness, or vulnerability

• Anger, irritability, or emotional shutdown

• Struggles with identity, purpose, or self-worth

Women’s issues may show up as:

• Chronic self-doubt or people pleasing

• Emotional burnout from caregiving roles

• Difficulty setting boundaries without guilt

• Perfectionism or fear of disappointing others

• Navigating life transitions related to relationships, fertility, or identity

Many people feel stuck between who they are and who they feel they are expected to be.