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Universal Journal of Public Health Vol. 13(5), pp. 1353 - 1363
DOI: 10.13189/ujph.2025.130527
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A Preliminary Study on the Impact of Psychosocial Education on Menstrual Distress in Adolescents
Jeneefer Jeba Rajaselvi , Navin Kumar *
School of Social Sciences and Languages, Vellore Institute of Technology (VIT), Vellore -632 014, India
ABSTRACT
Menstruation is a natural process that can be challenging for adolescent girls due to physiological, psychological, and social factors. A lack of knowledge and cultural taboos can lead to menstrual distress, hygiene issues, and psychological problems. This pilot study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of a structured psychosocial education program in reducing menstrual distress among adolescent schoolgirls in Tamil Nadu, India. The study used a pre-experimental design with a one-group pretest-posttest approach. Female students aged 12 to 15 years participated in an eight-week program focusing on menstrual health knowledge, hygiene practices, and social taboos. Validated questionnaires were used to collect data on menstrual practices, knowledge, distress, and perceptions of taboos. The intervention significantly improved participants' knowledge of menstrual health, hygiene practices, and awareness of social taboos. It also led to a notable reduction in self-reported menstrual distress, indicating a positive impact on physical and psychological symptoms. This study demonstrates the effectiveness of psychosocial education in improving menstrual health and well-being among adolescent girls. It underscores the importance of integrating such programs into school curricula to empower young girls and promote body literacy. Overall, this study suggests that educational programs can address public health needs and challenge societal taboos, creating a supportive environment for adolescent girls.
KEYWORDS
Female School Children, Knowledge, Menstruation, Menstrual Distress, Psychosocial Education
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(a). IEEE Format:
[1] Jeneefer Jeba Rajaselvi , Navin Kumar , "A Preliminary Study on the Impact of Psychosocial Education on Menstrual Distress in Adolescents," Universal Journal of Public Health, Vol. 13, No. 5, pp. 1353 - 1363, 2025. DOI: 10.13189/ujph.2025.130527.
(b). APA Format:
Jeneefer Jeba Rajaselvi , Navin Kumar (2025). A Preliminary Study on the Impact of Psychosocial Education on Menstrual Distress in Adolescents. Universal Journal of Public Health, 13(5), 1353 - 1363. DOI: 10.13189/ujph.2025.130527.