Differences between a man and a woman have always been discussed and majorly misunderstood. Among the myriad differences that exist between men and women, brain size often sparks both curiosity and controversy. It’s a fact supported by research: on average, a man’s brain is 10% to 15% larger than a woman’s. But before rushing to conclusions, it’s crucial to ask a fundamental question—does the size of the brain matter, and if so, how?
The implications of this biological difference has always been debated and used against women in several instances. For centuries, the larger male brain was used, often misguidedly, to justify societal beliefs about intellectual superiority.
