Premenstrual dysphoric disorder harms relationships for both sufferers and their partners – new study

Premenstrual dysphoric disorder harms relationships for both sufferers and their partners – new study

An estimated 2% of people who menstruate are thought to have premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD). The condition causes severe emotional, mental and physical symptoms in the week or two before a person’s menstrual cycle – including brain fog, stomach cramps, bloating, mood swings, anger, sadness, low self-worth, anxiety and even thoughts of suicide. Although PMDD symptoms usually stop when the period starts, the condition can still make everyd…