Puberty and Menstruation Knowledge, Information Sources and Needs among Secondary School Adolescent Girls and Boys in Kibaha, Tanzania.

ABSTRACT: This baseline study aimed to assess the knowledge, information sources, and needs of adolescent boys and girls regarding puberty and menstruation. The study was conducted in selected schools before establishing school health clubs. The objective was to gather information that would inform the development of puberty education programs tailored to the specific needs of the adolescent population. A cross-sectional study was conducted in Kibaha Town council from 17th to 31st March, 2020 involving both adolescent boys and girls. Data was collected using a combination of quantitative and qualitative methods, including a semi-structured questionnaire and focus group discussions (FGDs). Quantitative data was analysed using descriptive statistics while qualitative data was analysed using a thematic

SUBMITTER: Msovela J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11892819 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature