Perminder Sachdev
A professor of neuropsychiatry at the University of New South Wales in Australia.
Best podcasts with Perminder Sachdev
Ranked by the Snipd community
Aug 26, 2024 • 4min
Why do women live longer than men?
Dr. Perminder Sachdev, a neuropsychiatrist at the University of New South Wales, dives into the intriguing reasons behind the life expectancy gap between men and women. He discusses alarming statistics showing women in the UK live nearly four years longer than men. The conversation explores how men’s propensity for life-threatening risks, like reckless driving and physical altercations, contributes to this disparity. Additionally, Dr. Sachdev highlights the protective effects of female hormones as a key factor in women's longevity.
