MENSTRUAL MANAGEMENT AND HYGIENE PRACTICES AMONG TRIBAL GIRLS OF KERALA

Abstract

Abstract

The lives of adolescents in the Paniya community are distinct from those of other sections of society, and they have yet to be addressed by the government or the media. A Paniya girl from Vattachira (Calicut) must trek around 2 kilometers during menstruation to get fresh water for cleanliness. They use cloth to manage menstruation since they don't have access to pads or tampons, and drying garments during the rainy season is difficult, leaving them prone to rashes and infections. Data from observational methods, structured interview schedules, and case studies are included in the paper. This study can shed some light on the lives of Paniya adolescents, as well as assist policymakers and government officials in putting in place a few policies to provide basic services to Paniya community members.