INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF SOCIAL SCIENCES (IJSS)
Menopause and Gendered Habitus in Kerala: A Socio-cultural Analysis
E-ISSN: 7885-4322
P-ISSN: 9347-2192
DOI: https://iigdpublishers.com/article/1294
Menopause, a natural biological phenomenon, is often accompanied by various physiological and psychosocial transformations that can significantly influence an individual’s habitus, encompassing lifestyle, habits, and overall well-being. This article examines how menopause, a biological phenomenon with cultural significance, is impacting the habitus of women in a socio-cultural setting. The social spaces are “gendered,” as there are cultural constraints and restrictions in society. Drawing on a mixed-methods approach, this study incorporates both quantitative surveys and qualitative methods to capture a comprehensive understanding of the experiences of menopausal women in Kerala.
Dora Dominic
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