1. Pre-menstrual Syndrome (PMS)
Pre-menstrual syndrome, also known as PMS, is a broad term that refers to a pattern of behavioural symptoms experienced before the onset of menstruation.
There are two types of pre-menstrual syndrome which are physiological and psychological.
Psychological symptoms of PMS include:
• Lethargy
• Anger
• Irritation
• Anxiety
• Sensitivity to rejection
• Decreased work/home activity
• Hypersomnia (sleeping during the day)
• Overwhelm/tearfulness
• Hopelessness
• Difficulty focusing
• Forgetfulness
At least 90% of females in their reproductive years experience unpleasant physiological and psychological pre-menstrual symptoms.
Although common, PMS is not a ‘normal part of being a woman’ and just because you are experiencing symptoms does not mean you should be.
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