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ERIC Number: EJ496232
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1994
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ISSN: ISSN-0156-6555
An Introduction to Menstrual Management for Women Who Have an Intellectual Disability and High Support Needs.
Griffen, Jeni; And Others
International Journal of Disability, Development and Education, v41 n2 p103-16 1994
This paper describes a project researching the management of menstruation for women who have severe/profound intellectual disability. It outlines the importance of acceptance of menstruation, the possibility of partial participation in menstrual care, key factors to consider in developing skill development activities (such as attitudes of care providers), and an illustrative case study. (JDD)
Descriptors: Adolescents, Case Studies, Females, Intermediate Grades, Junior High Schools, Menstruation, Physical Development, Self Care Skills, Severe Mental Retardation, Skill Development, Training Methods
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive
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Language: English
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Note: Theme Issue: Sharing a Vision of the Future.