While the recession has impacted most workers' outlook for retirement, women's outlook has fared worse, according to a recent survey.

The survey data highlights some areas of concern, including a number of life circumstances that present challenges with regards to saving adequately for retirement:

• A longer life expectancy.

• Different life priorities such as being a single parent or caregiver that may require time away from the workforce or part-time employment.

• Lower median salary

To read the results of the survey (conducted by the Transamerica Center for Retirement Studies) click here