Menstrual education programs for girls and young women with intellectual and developmental disabilities: A systematic review
Kristina N. Randall,
Casey S. Hopkins,
Hannah Drew
Abstract:BackgroundProviding menstrual education and guidance for menstrual management for girls and young women with intellectual disabilities is recommended to ensure smooth pubertal transitions and to support menstrual self‐agency.MethodThe purpose of this systematic review is to explore menstrual education interventions for girls and young women with intellectual disabilities.ResultsNine studies were included. Interventions were provided in small groups (n = 4) and individually (n = 5). Most studies used dolls (n =… Show more
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