“I just wasn’t expecting it”: lived experiences of early menstruators and the impact of parental support in competitive dance
Findings from this research highlight the unique, multi-faceted challenges of early menarche in competitive dance and underscore the need for tailored education, support, and resources for dancers and their families.
Authors
- Margo E. K. Adam (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7649-1967)
- António Francisco Ambrósio (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0477-1641)
Institutions
- University of Alberta (CA)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Frontiers in Sports and Active Living
- Published
- 2025-11-24
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.3389/fspor.2025.1688876
- Primary Topic
- Menstrual Health and Disorders
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00
Funders
- University of Alberta