Abstract: Menstruation is a normal physiological cycle that occurs in female reproductive system for preparing the uterus for pregnancy. Since time immemorial menstruation has been regarded as impure. Women in most of the parts of India had to go through hardships during their menstrual cycle due to religious norms and cultural rituals related to menstruation. Menstruating women are isolated from the society and not allowed to be a part of societal and family functions as they are considered dirty. Women living in a society crowded with menstruation related myth are definitely struggling with their mental health along with physical health. Strategies are undertaken to eradicate menstrual related problems. India still is a victim of serious menstrual myth according to our religion, society, cultures and traditions. This review focuses on the various age old menstrual myths and the impact it has on the physical and mental health of women.
Keywords: Menstruation; menstrual myth; mental health; physical health; education.
Title: MENSTRUATION RELATED TABOO IN INDIA AND ITS IMPACT IN WOMEN’S LIFE: A REVIEW
Author: Pratibha Borah, Dr. Manpreet Ola, Dr. Vikas Sharma
International Journal of Social Science and Humanities Research
ISSN 2348-3156 (Print), ISSN 2348-3164 (online)
Research Publish Journals
