13 Year Old and Periods

Hi…my 13 year old daughter was diagnosed with autism just over a year ago. She had her first period in January and hadn’t had another one until this week.
She’s hardly left her room all week and is adamant she can’t go to school whilst she has her period. She’ s really struggling with the feel of the blood, wearing sanitary towels aswell as the sight of the blood. Has anyone had a similar experience with their daughter who would be able to offer some advice/insight?

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Desmond79 over 3 years ago

Apparently, Chamomile Tea is a natural remedy for Period Pain; I wouldn't feel comfortable with girls that age taking the Pill. Contraception is inextricably linked to increased anxiety in young women and girls.
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Martin over 3 years ago in reply to Desmond79

No, it is entirely dependent on the circumstances of the individual. Contraceptive pills or implants taken for medical, rather than contraceptive, reasons have the same psychological impact as any other drugs that alleviate a problem. Of course they can eliminate hormonally induced mood swings as well.
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Martin over 3 years ago in reply to Desmond79

No, it is entirely dependent on the circumstances of the individual. Contraceptive pills or implants taken for medical, rather than contraceptive, reasons have the same psychological impact as any other drugs that alleviate a problem. Of course they can eliminate hormonally induced mood swings as well.
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