WOMEN`S HEALTH ON THE ASPECT OF GENDER INEQUALITY IN TURKEY

Authors : Aşkın KARADUMAN

Pages : 208-219

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Publication Date : 2021-04-30

Article Type : Review Paper

Abstract :Today, the different roles of men and women and the fact that each gender is seen as conforming to certain behavioral patterns have paved the way for the formation of gender inequality. Gender inequality in Turkey poses important problems, especially in terms of women`s right to education, working life and health. Women`s health is one of the areas most affected by gender inequality. It is possible to see the effects of gender inequality in the access of women with health problems to health services. Reproductive health services are the type of service that women have the most difficulty accessing and benefiting from. Women who are influenced by society`s gender stereotypes are not able to benefit from these services to the extent and time necessary, which brings with them diseases that are delayed or impossible to treat. In this study, it is aimed to examine the effects of gender inequality on women`s health in Turkey by focusing on the main factors affecting women`s health. In the conclusion part of the study, recommendations are made to positively change the thoughts and upbringings that cause gender inequality.
Keywords : Gender, Gender Inequality, Women, Health, Society