73% of French people consider women more resistant to pain than men

According to a new OpinionWay study for deuxiemeavis.fralmost 3 out of 4 French people (73%) consider that women are more resistant to pain than men.

A very strong archetype

“In the collective unconscious of women, pain is their prerogative, especially during childbirth. It is a very strong archetype”, explains sociologist Ronan Chastellier.

The survey also shows that 7 out of 10 French people have already been confronted with intense pain. “Women seem to be more victims of intense pain than men (75% vs 68%)”, And “women consider more (63%) than men (57%) that pain is not sufficiently taken into account in society”, can also be read in the report.

Periods and back problems

In addition, nearly 4 out of 5 people between the ages of 18 and 24 consider that menstrual pain is one of the least well managed daily pains, and nearly 1 in 2 people over 35 believe that it is back problems.

“This is probably partly explained because this age group often experiences the arrival of children, promotion, a more sustained and choppy pace to the detriment of regular physical activity and a healthy and balanced diet. The 35-49 year olds may also tend to pay less attention to their health in order to prioritize their family.” analyzes Dr. Antoine Szmania.

Pain management is a right

Nearly 7 out of 10 French people also believe that pain is sufficiently taken into account by their doctor and more than 40% do not know that pain management has been a right in our country for more than 20 years.

“Everyone has the right to receive care aimed at relieving their pain. This must be prevented, assessed, taken into account and treated in all circumstances”, indicates the legislative text.