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How maths anxiety passed from mothers is holding girls back

A new study reveals mothers often pass math anxiety to daughters. This creates a confidence gap in numbers. Boys show more confidence in maths from a young age. This trend continues into adulthood. Women report more discomfort with numbers than men. The Richmond Project aims to make numbers less intimidating. It seeks to build confidence across generations.

11 Jan 2026 8:41 pm