By Madhvi Jha  Mental health is not just the absence of illness, it’s about how we think, feel and behave. It affects how we handle stress, relate to others and make choices. Just like physical health, mental health is something we all have, and it needs attention and care at every stage of life.  In Ontario, a growing mental health crisis is disproportionately affecting women especially young, low-income, racialized and marginalized groups. Despite growing public awareness and government pledges, many women continue to face long wait times, fragmented care and limited access to culturally relevant support. Mental health experts, advocates and women with lived experience say that systemic changes are…