Periods Leads to Teen's Suicide.?

Sindujaa D N
The tragic incident that occurred recently in mumbai highlights a significant issue prevailing in our society— the reluctance to openly discuss matters related to sex and periods, leading to devastating consequences. A 14-year-old girl, residing in the local lakshmi Chawl in Malwani area, took her own life as she couldn't endure the intense pain of her first period.

It remains unclear whether the girl had prior knowledge about periods or if her mother failed to provide her with adequate information. However, overwhelmed by the severe pain she experienced, the girl succumbed to despair and committed suicide while alone at home on the 26th of this month.


Upon discovering her tragic fate, family members and neighbors rushed her to the local government hospital, but it was too late, and she was pronounced dead upon arrival. The family's anguish was compounded by the sudden loss of their beloved daughter.


The incident prompted police intervention, leading to the registration of a case of suspicious death. Family members informed the police that the girl had recently experienced her first period, suggesting that the unbearable pain might have driven her to take her own life.


Authorities are conducting a thorough investigation, examining the girl's cellphone and social media accounts to shed light on the circumstances surrounding her death. Medical experts emphadata-size the importance of educating girls and young women about periods and related issues, underscoring the crucial role mothers play in imparting this knowledge.


This tragic event underscores the urgent need to break the taboo surrounding menstruation and foster open dialogue on sexual and reproductive health. It serves as a wake-up call for society to prioritize comprehensive sex education and support systems to prevent similar tragedies from recurring.

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