Menstruation as a cultural phenomena: rooted beliefs and contemporary changes

  • Daniela Coloma Moncayo FLACSO
Keywords: women - menstruation - beliefs - miths - traditions

Abstract

The biological phenomenon of menstruation is inextricably linked to diverse cultural representations, which can vary between positive and negative. This article explores the diverse cultural manifestations of menstruation and analyzes its deep implications in women’s lives, from stigmatization to celebration. Through a theoretical frame based on the dialogue of some authors who have researched the topic from biological and cultural views, we analyze how popular beliefs and the influence of diverse social actors, as the impact of social media, have
shaped the evolution of menstruation’s perspectives.

Published
2023-10-18
How to Cite
Coloma Moncayo, D. (2023). Menstruation as a cultural phenomena: rooted beliefs and contemporary changes. Antropología Cuadernos De Investigación, (28), 32-41. https://doi.org/10.26807/raci.vi28.318
Section
Propuestas