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The experience and management of menstruation for women with learning disabilities
- Author:
- RODGERS Jackie
- Journal article citation:
- Tizard Learning Disability Review, 6(1), January 2001, pp.36-44.
- Publisher:
- Emerald
This article describes a three-phase study to investigate the experience and management of menstruation for women with learning disabilities. It focuses on the findings of the second phase of the study, which looked at the experiences of carers and health professionals. It describes the difficult issues that can arise when providing assistance around menstruation. The findings are discussed in relation to ideologies and sensitivities that exist around gender, sexuality and menstruation.