Teaching about periods in schools is still too focused on basic biological facts, with insufficient information around how menstruation can affect a woman’s mood and well-being, problems associated with menstrual bleeding, and their impact on physical and academic performance, concludes a new study by UCL (University College London) researchers.
Boys can help break taboo around periods
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