Emily Laurence is a journalist, freelance writer and certified health coach living in Raleigh, North Carolina. She specializes in writing about mental health, healthy aging and overall wellness. For ...
'Random crying, severe mood swings, anxiety': What it’s like to live with PMDD, a severe form of PMS
Many women with PMDD dread the week before their period arrives, which is when symptoms typically start. (Photo: Getty Images; Illustration by Caitlin Murray) Amanda Mae Renkel started experiencing a ...
TikTok star Dixie D’Amelio recently opened up about being diagnosed with Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD), a chronic medical condition linked to your menstrual period. It affects up to 10 ...
1 in 3 women with premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD) will attempt to take their own lives, and 72% experience suicidal ideation. Amanda L., 28, knows these statistics all too well. At 14, the ...
This article was reviewed by Jessica Shepherd, MD. From bloating and breast tenderness to irritability and fatigue, it’s normal to feel crummy before your period starts. Researchers estimate that ...
Two years ago I realized that for almost half the month I was miserable. What I didn't know is that I had premenstrual dysphoric disorder. This disorder affects about 5% of people who menstruate. My ...
This informational guide, part of POPSUGAR's Condition Center, lays out the realities of this health concern: what it is, what it can look like, and strategies that medical experts say are proven to ...
TikTok star Dixie D'Amelio is opening up about her premenstrual dysphoric disorder diagnosis, saying it "really disrupts" her life. The 21-year-old shared the diagnosis on Instagram live and recently ...
Editor’s note: This article discusses suicide and suicidal ideation. If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, help is available. Call or text 988 or chat at 988lifeline.org. 1 in 3 women ...
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