Feeling lousy for no special reason.
The most severe form of premenstrual syndrome (PMS) is premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD).
The definition of the word dysphoric is an generalized feeling of distress. It is an disorder which is where symptoms physical and emotional are so severe that they interfere with a persons normal life.
The fourth edition of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, or DSM-IV, lists premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD) in an appendix of criteria sets for further study.
PMDD is Premenstrual dysphoric disorder - I don't thinkyou can be arrested for having that...
3-5%
premenstrual dysphoric disorder
definitely an unpleasant condition. non-pleasurable mood with hallucinations and/or disordered thoughts.
Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder has many symptoms associated with the disorder. Some of these symptoms include mood swings, irritability, change in appetite, and sleep problems.
To meet full criteria for PMDD, a patient must have at least five out of 11 emotional or physical symptoms during the week preceding the menses for most menstrual cycles over the previous 12 months.
The prognosis varies for each woman and depends on healthy lifestyle changes, planning for PMDD symptoms, joining a support group, and communicating with her spouse and family.
Rapkin, A. "A Review of Treatment of Premenstrual Syndrome and Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder." Psychoneuroendocrinology 28, Supplement 3 (August 2003): 39-53.
The first prescription drug developed for PMDD is Serafem (fluoxetine). NSAIDs (ibuprofen and aspirin), beta-blockers, anti-anxiety medications (buspirone or alpraxolam) and antidepressants.