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ArticleJournal of family medicine and primary care2025

Menstrual health practices among Tibetan women: An ethnographic participant observation study.

Yukti Dhadwal, Ashok Kumar, Shri Ram Pandey

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Yukti DhadwalInstitute of Mass Communication and Media Technology, Kurukshetra University, Thanesar, Haryana, India.
Ashok KumarDepartment of Journalism and Mass Communication, Central University of Haryana, Mahendragarh, Haryana, India.
Shri Ram PandeyDepartment of Library and Information Science, Central University Haryana, Mahendragarh, Haryana, India.

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Abstract

Background: Menstruation is a universal human experience, yet cultural narratives and societal attitudes around it differ greatly, impacting women's and girls' lives all around the world. It is often associated with shame and silence. Objective: This research study examines ethnographic data collected from Tibetan in-exile women in Himachal Pradesh, India. The study aims to explore the menstrual experiences, menstrual health, and hygiene management among Tibetan-in-exile women in Himachal Pradesh, India. Methodology: The data was collected from eleven participants through participant observation. All eleven participants were observed during their menstrual cycle period. Menstrual health observations were conducted and major insights were identified. Textual analysis using R-software was conducted to get results. Results: Tibetan women showed neutral to positive sentiments towards menstruation. Most participants reflected comfort and calmness through non-verbal communication and body language during their periods. They showcased responsible behaviour in the disposal of used sanitary products. Tibetan-in-exile women emphasized the need for privacy and space to manage hygiene during periods.

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EthnographicexperiencesmenstruationpracticesqualitativeTibetan-in-exilewomen

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PMCPMC11922362

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