09/14/2026
One of the hardest parts of working in psychiatry isn’t just treating symptoms—it’s helping women unlearn the things they’ve been told for years.
That needing medication means you’ve failed.
That becoming a mom means feeling anxious or unlike yourself is just part of the job.
That if it’s hormones, there’s nothing you can do.
That you should just push through.
The truth is, mental health is rarely that simple.
Every woman brings a different story, different experiences, different biology, and different goals to treatment. That’s why the best care starts with curiosity—not assumptions.
If you’ve ever believed one of these myths, you’re not alone. We hear them every day.
And one of the best parts of our job is helping women realize they don’t have to keep believing them.
Which myth have you heard the most?