#MeHealed
Women, stand together in our power. Support the #MeHealed movement
The Issue:
For far too long, women’s trauma recovery has been overlooked, underfunded, and under-researched. Women experiencing trauma that leads to PTSD often find no clear path to recovery, only minimal symptom management. This not only affects individual productivity but also has a broader societal impact.
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), about one in three women globally have faced physical or sexual violence from an intimate partner or non-partner at some point in their lives. This violence is a significant public health issue and a violation of women’s human rights. Research by Nixon, Resick, and Nishith (2004) found that 75% of intimate partner violence (IPV) victims in a domestic violence shelter were diagnosed with PTSD, and 54% with depression. When this violence occurs in childhood, PTSD prevalence rates soar to 94%.
The #MeToo movement brought global attention to the pervasive issue of gender-based violence, empowering countless women to share their stories and seek justice. Now, it’s time to take the next step with #MeHealed. By focusing on healing from trauma, women can reclaim their power and transform their pain into strength. Healing is not just about overcoming the past; it’s about building a future where women are not defined by their trauma but by their resilience and capacity to thrive. When women prioritize their recovery, they break the cycle of trauma, inspire others, and contribute to a healthier, more equitable society. Join us in shifting the narrative from #MeToo to #MeHealed, and let’s support each other on the journey to healing and empowerment.
Emergent Treatments:
Current PTSD treatments are inadequate. The FDA’s recent decision to deny approval of MDMA-Assisted Therapy (MDMA-AT), a promising PTSD treatment, highlights the need for greater awareness of systemic inequality in female trauma recovery.
From 1977 to 1993, women of “childbearing potential” were excluded from clinical studies. Today, we still face the consequences: medications dosed according to men, lengthy diagnosis times, and a profound lack of understanding of women’s bodies.
Even now:
– The National Institutes of Health (NIH) allocates just 10.8% of its annual funding to women’s health research.
– A 2021 study showed that in 75% of cases where a disease impacts one gender, research funding favors men.
– Women are expected to spend 25% more of their lives in poor health compared to men.
PTSD in women is often misdiagnosed and mistreated, leading to further trauma. This affects the entire population through the trauma cycle and genetic impact. More clinical research is needed and should be prioritized on our national mental health agenda. Women’s trauma recovery has a significant economic impact on society.
The Call to Action:
The fight for effective mental health treatment for traumatic injury isn’t a partisan issue—it’s something we can all agree on and something all American women need. We call on all supporters to raise awareness of this issue and demand more effective treatment options for traumatic injuries.
Join us in our movement to shift the dialogue to #MeHealed. Together we will:
– Urge Congress to increase women’s health research funding before the federal budget deadline on 9/30.
– Urge Congress to close the longstanding gender research gap by gathering signatures to support increased funding for women’s health research initiatives through the NIH.
– Advocate for the decriminalization of psychedelic treatment options for PTSD and related symptoms.
– Support organizations amplifying women’s voices and advocating for education and treatment of trauma related to sexual violence, domestic abuse, and other traumatic experiences.
Together, we can make a difference. Join us in supporting the #MeHealed movement.
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