Table 2 The main themes and extracted categories
Themes | Categories | Subcategories |
|---|---|---|
Reproductive health concerns | The challenges of menstruation | -Menstrual hygiene -Premenstrual mood swings -Different opinions about the occurrence of menstruation |
Vaginal infection | -Recurrent vaginal infections -Predisposing factors for vaginal infections -Prevention and treatment | |
Sexual health concerns | Sexual behaviors management | -Positive attitudes towards the sexual needs of women with ID -Uncertainties about sexual education for women with ID -Inappropriate sexual behaviors -Challenges related to managing the sexual behaviors of women with ID |
Sexual abuse | -The risk of sexual abuse -Unintended pregnancy |