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Bilacaba...! - A forma de lidar com a saúde sexual, menstrual e reprodutiva das mulheres e pessoas que menstruam em situação de sem abrigo
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A presente dissertação investiga a saúde menstrual, sexual e reprodutiva das
mulheres e pessoas que menstruam com uma experiência da situação de sem-abrigo,
explorando as suas experiências e desafios do quotidiano. O objetivo central foi
compreender as estratégias adotadas por aqueles que menstruam nas ruas e fornecer
recomendações práticas para melhorar o suporte a essa população marginalizada,
juntamente com sugestões para a criação de políticas públicas mais abrangentes. O estudo
envolve entrevistas semiestruturadas com pessoas que passaram por situações de sem abrigo e uma análise temática das respostas obtidas. Os resultados destacam a
menstruação como um tabu persistente na sociedade, muitas vezes ignorado nas
discussões de saúde pública. As entrevistas revelaram que as pessoas em situação de sem abrigo enfrentam desafios significativos em relação à higiene menstrual devido à falta de
acesso a instalações sanitárias adequadas e à escassez de produtos menstruais. Além
disso, a falta de apoio adequado persiste e as vozes de quem partilha as suas experiências
enfatizam a necessidade urgente de políticas públicas que abordem essas questões de
maneira eficaz. Este estudo destaca a importância de sistematizar as experiências das
pessoas em situação de sem-abrigo e reconhecer a menstruação como uma questão de
direitos humanos e saúde pública. As recomendações fornecidas têm o potencial de
melhorar a qualidade de vida, promover a igualdade de gênero em relação à saúde
menstrual. A pesquisa apela para uma mudança de paradigma na forma como a sociedade
lida com a menstruação, visando criar um ambiente mais inclusivo, compreensivo e
informado para todos/as, independentemente da sua situação habitacional.
ABSTRACT: This dissertation investigates the menstrual, sexual and reproductive health of women and people who menstruate with experience of homelessness, exploring their everyday experiences and challenges. The central aim was to understand the strategies adopted by those who menstruate on the streets and to provide practical recommendations for improving support for this marginalized population, along with suggestions for the creation of more comprehensive public policies. The study involves semi-structured interviews with people who have experienced homelessness and a thematic analysis of the responses obtained. The results highlight menstruation as a persistent taboo in society, often ignored in public health discussions. The interviews revealed that people experiencing homelessness face significant challenges in relation to menstrual hygiene due to a lack of access to adequate sanitary facilities and a shortage of menstrual products. In addition, the lack of adequate support persists and the voices of those sharing their experiences emphasize the urgent need for public policies that address these issues effectively. This study highlights the importance of systematizing the experiences of people experiencing homelessness and recognizing menstruation as a human rights and public health issue. The recommendations provided have the potential to improve quality of life, promote gender equality in relation to menstrual health. The research calls for a paradigm shift in the way society deals with menstruation, aiming to create a more inclusive, understanding and informed environment for everyone, regardless of their housing situation.
ABSTRACT: This dissertation investigates the menstrual, sexual and reproductive health of women and people who menstruate with experience of homelessness, exploring their everyday experiences and challenges. The central aim was to understand the strategies adopted by those who menstruate on the streets and to provide practical recommendations for improving support for this marginalized population, along with suggestions for the creation of more comprehensive public policies. The study involves semi-structured interviews with people who have experienced homelessness and a thematic analysis of the responses obtained. The results highlight menstruation as a persistent taboo in society, often ignored in public health discussions. The interviews revealed that people experiencing homelessness face significant challenges in relation to menstrual hygiene due to a lack of access to adequate sanitary facilities and a shortage of menstrual products. In addition, the lack of adequate support persists and the voices of those sharing their experiences emphasize the urgent need for public policies that address these issues effectively. This study highlights the importance of systematizing the experiences of people experiencing homelessness and recognizing menstruation as a human rights and public health issue. The recommendations provided have the potential to improve quality of life, promote gender equality in relation to menstrual health. The research calls for a paradigm shift in the way society deals with menstruation, aiming to create a more inclusive, understanding and informed environment for everyone, regardless of their housing situation.
Description
Dissertação de Mestrado
realizada sob a orientação da Professora Doutora
Maria João Vargas-Moniz,
apresentada no Ispa – Instituo
Universitário para obtenção de
grau de Mestre na especialidade
de Psicologia Comunitária.
Keywords
Menstruação Saúde menstrual Sem abrigo Menstruation Menstrual health Homelessness