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The monthly mental health toll of PMDD, by the numbers


Published on 2025-04-28 17:23:03 - stacker
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  • Charlie Health presents data highlighting how premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD) affects menstruators
  • plus some tips for how to manage symptoms and seek support.

The article from AOL discusses Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD), a severe form of premenstrual syndrome that affects about 5% of women of reproductive age. PMDD can cause significant emotional and physical symptoms that severely impact daily life, including mood swings, irritability, depression, and anxiety, which occur in the luteal phase of the menstrual cycle and resolve shortly after menstruation begins. The article highlights the monthly mental health toll PMDD takes on sufferers, emphasizing the need for awareness and proper diagnosis, as symptoms can be mistaken for other mental health disorders. Treatment options mentioned include lifestyle changes, medication, and sometimes hormonal interventions, with the goal of managing symptoms and improving quality of life.

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