I mean, this isn't really news...
Recent research reveals that mothers take on the majority of household mental load tasks—managing 71%—from planning meals to organizing family activities. The study, conducted in the US, shows that this imbalance occurs year-round, not just during busy holiday times. The mental load, which includes cognitive tasks like scheduling and decision-making, disproportionately falls on mothers, leading to stress and burnout. This divide affects not only family dynamics but also women’s careers. To create a more balanced home environment, the researchers suggest families start by openly discussing and sharing responsibilities.
Mothers bear the brunt of the ‘mental load,’ managing 7 in 10 household tasks
The study, conducted in the US, found that mothers take on seven in ten (71%) of all household mental load tasks.
