Revisiting the Financial and Social Burden of Dysmenorrhea
A Study on Employed Women in Rajasthan
Keywords:
Dysmenorrhea, Working women, Economic impact, Psychological consequencesAbstract
Dysmenorrhea, a common menstrual disorder, significantly impacts the financial and social well-being of working women. This study examines raw data from a recent cross-sectional survey of employed women in Rajasthan to investigate the economic and psychological consequences of dysmenorrhea. By analyzing factors such as absenteeism, reduced productivity, and coping mechanisms, this research addresses gaps in the current literature and proposes avenues for future investigation. The results underscore the necessity for comprehensive interventions to tackle the complex challenges associated with dysmenorrhea, particularly in the context of the workplace and women's overall quality of life. Dysmenorrhea, a common menstrual disorder, significantly impacts the financial and social well-being of working women. This study examines raw data from a recent cross-sectional survey of employed women in Rajasthan to investigate the economic and psychological consequences of dysmenorrhea. By analyzing factors such as absenteeism, reduced productivity, and coping mechanisms, this research addresses gaps in the current literature and proposes avenues for future investigation. The results underscore the necessity for comprehensive interventions to tackle the complex challenges associated with dysmenorrhea, particularly in the context of the workplace and women's overall quality of life.
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