Couch Convo - PreMenstrual Dysphoric Disorder And How To Spot It In Others..

This may be just a women thing but it also affects men as well.........
Women please know this and how to handle it..

Men,please understand and help out!!!

Premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD) is a health problem that is similar to premenstrual syndrome (PMS) but is more serious.

 PMDD causes severe irritability, depression, or anxiety in the week or two before your period starts. Symptoms usually go away two to three days after your period starts.



Symptoms of PMDD include:

- Lasting irritability or anger that may affect other people
- Feelings of sadness or despair, or even thoughts of suicide
- Feelings of tension or anxiety
- Panic attacks
- Mood swings or crying often
- Lack of interest in daily activities and relationships
- Trouble thinking or focusing
- Tiredness or low energy
- Food cravings or binge eating
- Trouble sleeping
- Feeling out of control.

Physical symptoms, such as cramps, bloating, breast tenderness, headaches, and joint or muscle pain

womenshealth.gov