Menstrual hygiene knowledge and practices are crucial
aspects of women’s reproductive health. Adequate
understanding and proper management during
menstruation are essential for maintaining physical
well-being, educational engagement, and overall quality
of life for adolescent girls and women. This systematic
review, conducted following PRISMA guidelines,
analysed eleven studies from 2013 to 2023 on menstrual
hygiene practices among adolescent girls in Nigeria.
Utilizing diverse methodologies such as quasiexperimental
designs and cross-sectional research, the
findings revealed the impact of peer influence,
educational interventions, and knowledge levels on
menstrual hygiene practices. However, the study
identified critical research gaps, including a lack of
exploration into factors contributing to observed
disparities, challenges in accessing menstrual hygiene
resources, and regional and urban-rural differences.
The studies emphasized the importance of knowledge in
shaping menstrual practices, a comprehensive
understanding of barriers faced by girls in accessing
resources remains absent. Addressing these gaps is
essential for informed interventions tailored to the
diverse contexts of adolescent girls in Nigeria, ensuring
a more comprehensive understanding of their menstrual
hygiene practices and enhancing overall well-being.
- JIMOH | ADEKEMISOLA | R. | jadekemisola@gmail | +2348034125028, JOSEPH-SHEHU | ELIZABETH | M. | ejoseph-shehu@noun.edu.ng, | +2347034487611
- Adolescent Girls; Knowledge; menstrual hygiene
- ADOLESCENT GIRLS' KNOWLEDGE AND PRACTICE OF MENSTRUAL HYGIENE
