PMDD- PMS on Steroid
Premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD) - Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS) on steroid Feminine Vitae (FV) interviewed Sarah Rawsthorn who relied on her lived experience with Premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD) to develop mental health education programmes. PMDD affects around 1 in 20 women. Hormone-related Mood Disorder Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD) is a mood disorder which is similar to but more severe than the better known Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS). PMDD affects 1 in 20 women of reproductive age. Women with PMDD experience a range of severe symptoms which are disruptive to daily tasks and can cause them to struggle to function effectively in their work and personal lives. Symptoms include irritability, anxiety, depression lack of energy, hopelessness, difficulty concentrating and suicidal thoughts. These symptoms arise in the weeks preceding their period and remit when…