The German Central Institute for Mental Health said that premenstrual dysphoric disorder is a disorder that affects women about a week to 10 days before their period.
The German Institute stated that the causes of this disorder – known as “PMDS” – are not known precisely, but doctors suggest that it is due to hormonal disorders, such as the sudden decrease in the well-known “serotonin” hormone. as the “happiness hormone”.
Symptoms of premenstrual depression
physical symptoms
- Abdominal and back pain.
- Headache.
- Poor focus.
- Sleep disorders.
- muscle weakness
Psychological symptoms
- nervous behaviour.
- Arousal speed.
- mood swings
- the fear.
- anxiety.
- Depression.
- Tendency to cry.
- Loss of interest in work, family, friends and hobbies.
Dealing with premenstrual depression
The center indicated that premenstrual depression disorders can be faced through healthy balanced nutrition, exercise, and relaxation and meditation techniques.
In severe cases, psychological treatment can be resorted to, which includes drug therapy with antidepressants and cognitive behavioral therapy, in which women learn how to deal with the psychological stress associated with the menstrual cycle.