Hi welcome to Talking with Donna, I am glad you are able to join me. Today I will be sharing with you part one of our series concerning premenstrual dysphoric disorder and the 1st installment of this information. I hope this has been and is helpful to some and informational for others.
I want to share with you some thoughts off my beaten path. As a student many years ago, I questioned if there was a male counter part to this disorder and even now I question it, I know this disorder is hormonal based, this is what I found, men can experience hormonal fluctuations and mood changes related to conditions like andropause or hormonal imbalance, these are different from PMDD.
If there is a reader that would be interested in me digging deeper into this subject (male hormonal imbalance and its connection to mental health), I would be glad to look into it as we only have two more disorders of depression to review.
Even if you have a topic, you want me to cover that is mental health based that would be great too! Please leave your response in the comment area of this post as I do read all of them.
With that being said I will continue with our current topic.
(*. Disclaimer: If you or anyone you know are challenged with mental health challenges, please seek professional mental health services. This information is not for replacement of diagnosing or a substitute for treatment or therapy. This information is for educational purposes only. *)
Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD)
*The history of Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD)
* What it is.
* Another name for it (if it has one)
* Characteristics of the disorder
The history of Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD)
Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD) has a history that dates back to the late 19th century when people started noticing that some women experienced severe mood and physical symptoms before their periods. Back then, these symptoms were often misunderstood or ignored. It wasn’t until the late 20th century, in the 1970s and 1980s, that PMS (premenstrual syndrome) was recognized as a real medical condition. Researchers later realized that some women had much worse symptoms than others, leading to the recognition of PMDD as a more severe form of premenstrual mood disorder.
Today, PMDD is seen as a hormone-related mood disorder that affects some women more severely, causing significant distress and problems in daily life. Treatment has evolved from simple remedies to include hormonal treatments, antidepressants, and therapy, among other options. Despite these advancements, there’s ongoing research to better understand and treat PMDD.
What it is?
PMDD is a condition that some women experience before their period starts. It’s like a more intense form of PMS. During this time, women can feel very moody, sad, or anxious. They might also have physical symptoms like bloating or breast tenderness. These symptoms can be severe and make it hard to do everyday activities. PMDD is believed to be caused by hormonal changes, but doctors are still learning more about it. Treatment can include things like lifestyle changes, medication, or therapy to help manage the symptoms.
Another name for it (if it has one)?
PMDD is the primary name used for this condition in the medical field. However, some people may refer to it informally as “severe PMS” or “premenstrual dysphoria” to describe the intense mood-related symptoms.
Characteristics of the disorder
PMDD is a condition where a woman has really tough emotional and physical symptoms right before her period. It can significantly impact a woman’s quality of life, work and relationships. These symptoms are more severe than regular PMS and can make it hard to go about daily life. Women with PMDD may feel very moody, irritable, sad, or anxious. They might also have physical symptoms like bloating or breast tenderness. These symptoms follow a pattern, happening around the same time each month. It’s important to note that PMDD is different for everyone, and not all women experience the same symptoms or severity.
Thank you for continuing to support me. I will be posting more information concerning the many forms and subtypes of depressive disorders during the last week of March possibly through April at which point we will continue with other mental health challenges; I will start with and follow the same format.
Please follow me next week when will share information concerning PMDD:
* What are some of the challenges people affected with this dis-ease face
*What can individuals do to offset symptoms of PMDD?
*What type of exercises are good for PMDD?
*What is a balance diet for people affected with PMDD?
Thank you for continuing to support me. Last post I said I would do a monthly post on mental health challenges, well there is a lot of information I want to cover with premenstrual dysphoric disorder, and I feel I would be doing you a dis-service by limiting it too one part of the subject matter. So, it is a series of information I will be sharing with you this April, maybe May.
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