The period of adolescence brings with it a complete physical change. It is now that menstruation begins. If the girl has been kept in ignorance up to this time, she should be told all the truths of life now. Also, her health should be guarded more carefully than ever before. This does not mean coddling; it merely means proper attention to food, exercise, and rest. Many girls are very much weakened by this condition at first. Plenty of fresh air and sleep are the best remedies. Of course, if the girl continues to suffer from this period, she should be put in the hands of a capable doctor. Even in these broadening days, this remains the one subject that the most frank-minded persons refuse to discuss. This absurd secrecy has given rise to the most harmful myths on the subject. There is no reason why a healthy woman should suffer during this time. It is a natural physical phenomenon that takes place once every twenty-seven days. Certain conditions and certain climates sometimes lengthen or slightly decrease the time between, but no pain should ever result. The most that should be expected is a certain lassitude during the flow. If a girl or woman does suffer pain, she should immediately consult a physician. Many women go on through life suffering at this time rather than talk to a doctor on the subject. This is a ridiculous reticence. Under normal conditions the flow will last three or four days. Due to this strange silence on the subject, many absurd notions and taboos have grown up concerning this period. Many women still believe that they must not bathe, walk, or indulge in any form of exercise during this time. Provided the woman is healthy, this is untrue. During these periods, the body is more susceptible to colds than at other times; therefore it is unwise to expose oneself. A warm bath will have no ill effect, and moderate exercise will do no harm. There is no reason why one’s daily routine should be altered in any way by this condition. The main thing to remember is to keep the body clean, and to take such sanitary precautions as will insure comfort and ease, and will prevent any unpleasant odors. Such equipment as is necessary is obtainable in every drug store. It is highly important for the girl who is experiencing these periods for the first time to avoid undue excitement, and above all, any emotional indulgences. The girl who is equipped with the proper knowledge will realize this, and will know that the proper restraint at this period will insure her a healthy future. Sexual indulgences during the adolescent period weaken the nervous system, and generally enervate the body.