NSUN is supporting a research project exploring experiences of how menstrual health needs are met, or not met, for people in psychiatric inpatient settings.
The aim of this study is to develop understanding of people’s experiences of menstrual health whilst in psychiatric inpatient settings and co-develop guidance to address barriers.
This research is led by Hattie Porter (they/them) with support from NSUN. This is a lived experience led research project motivated by Hattie’s own experiences of multiple psychiatric inpatient settings, none of which recognised or supported their needs relating to menstrual health.
The research involves three stages: questionnaires for people with lived experience and for staff working in psychiatric inpatient settings; individual interviews for people with lived experience; and finally a focus group to review the findings and co-develop guidance for better supporting menstrual health in psychiatric inpatient settings.
The first stage of this research is now live. Find out more and take part.