Article
Exploring Policy Implications of Menstrual Symptoms and Quality of Life Across a Diverse Group of Young Adults
Women's Healthcare
(2023)
Abstract
This mixed methods study investigated how a sample of young adults age 18 to 25 years
at one midwestern university experience menstruation, including the influence on
various aspects of their life and perceived health. Participants reported symptoms such
as pain, heavy bleeding, and mood changes affecting their work, school, and social
lives, as well as not knowing how to access care for symptom management. Menstrual
symptoms affect the lives of young adults monthly, and nurse practitioners can
positively influence health with a thorough assessment and discussion of menstrual
symptoms and education on positive coping strategies. Findings from this study have
useful implications for nurse practitioners caring for young people who menstruate.
Keywords
- menorrhagia,
- menstruation,
- dysmenorrhea,
- young adult,
- quality of life,
- psychological adaptation
Disciplines
Publication Date
Fall August, 2023
Citation Information
Catherine Graeve, Vera Stephenson, Grace Gao and Rachel Helland. "Exploring Policy Implications of Menstrual Symptoms and Quality of Life Across a Diverse Group of Young Adults" Women's Healthcare (2023) Available at: http://works.bepress.com/vera-stephenson/3/