Browsing: Teen Talk Unfiltered

Menstrual health is a critical aspect of well-being for adolescent females, yet many young women suffer in silence due to painful periods, commonly known as dysmenorrhea. Meet Simran (name changed), a 16-year-old who faced the challenges of severe menstrual cramps and heavy bleeding.

Meet Sana (name changed), a 17-year-old girl whose battle with body image concerns led her down a dangerous path of restrictive eating behaviors and excessive exercise. Social media’s influence led Sana to develop Anorexia nervosa, a serious eating disorder where she became fixated on extreme dieting and struggled with a distorted body image.

Tara, a 16-year-old, was struggling with irregular periods and mood swings. Concerned, her parents took her to a gynecologist, suspecting it might be PCOS (Polycystic Ovary Syndrome). After a thorough check-up and hormone tests, the doctor reassured Tara that her symptoms were part of normal puberty, where hormonal changes are common.

Meet Ishita and Kabir (names changed), both 19, recently took a proactive step in seeking medical advice on contraception and STI prevention. Their decision highlights the importance of understanding sexual health and the need for safe sexual practices, mutual consent, and effective methods of contraception.

Meet Aisha, a 17-year-old facing the ups and downs of adolescence. Recently, she had been feeling unusually fatigued, dizzy, and had trouble concentrating. Her parents grew concerned, especially with her irregular eating habits and excessive mobile gaming.