Superwoman Syndrome, General Mental Health and Well-being of Working Mothers and Homemakers
Year: 2025
Type: article
Study design: Observational Study
Abstract: This study explores and contrasts the prevalence and influence of Superwoman Syndrome on the mental health of working mothers and full-time homemakers , it is an attempt to understand Superwoman woman syndrome which is a neglected phenomenon. The objectives include determining and comparing the frequency of Superwoman Syndrome among working mothers and full-time homemakers and its influence on their mental health among both the groups and see if there are any differences between them. The study hypothesizes that both full-time working mothers and full-time homemakers have similar experiences with Superwoman Syndrome, overall mental health, and the influence of Superwoman Syndrome on mental health. A quantitative study is conducted using standardized tools Giscombe Superwoman Schema questionnaire (GWAS) and General Health Questionnaire(GHQ-28) .The results reveal a positive relationship between Superwoman Syndrome and poorer general mental health, indicating that higher levels of Superwoman Syndrome are associated with worsened mental health outcomes. However, the study found no statistically significant differences in Superwoman Syndrome or general mental health scores between working mothers and full-time homemakers. This research contributes to a deeper understanding of women's challenges while balancing work and family duties, emphasizing the importance of addressing Superwoman Syndrome to support mothers' overall well-being.
Authors: Sanjana.V -, Rashmi Rangaswamy -
Language: English
Subfield: Sociology and Political Science
Field: Social Sciences
Domain: Social Sciences
Open Access status: hybrid
OpenAlex ID: W4408948670