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  • Sociology
  • Psychology
  • Women's Health

Background:

  • Menarche, or a girl's first menstrual period, is often associated with negative cultural connotations.
  • There is a need for positive rituals to reframe the perception of this significant life event.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To propose a cultural tradition acknowledging a girl's first menstruation.
  • To address key aspects of such a tradition: participants, meaning, and activities.

Main Methods:

  • Qualitative research approach.
  • Interviews conducted with mothers and daughters.
  • Collection of menarche anecdotes from women psychologists.

Main Results:

  • Identified key stakeholders for the tradition (mothers, daughters, community members).
  • Defined the symbolic meaning of the tradition, focusing on empowerment and transition.
  • Suggested appropriate activities aligning with cultural values and age-appropriateness.

Conclusions:

  • A structured cultural tradition can positively reframe the experience of menarche.
  • Involving multiple perspectives ensures a meaningful and supportive acknowledgment of this developmental stage.
  • This initiative aims to foster healthier attitudes towards menstruation and female development.