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| Year : 2022 | Volume
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| Issue : 2 | Page : 118-122 |
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Disability associated with premenstrual dysphoric disorder: A prospective study
Anusha Nemani1, S. V. R. Naga Pavan Kumar Kampalli2, Nooka Raju Nadukuru3
1 Associate Professor, Department of Psychiatry, Gayatri Vidya Parishad Institute of Health Care and Medical Technology, Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, India
2 Assistant Professor, Department of Psychiatry, Gayatri Vidya Parishad Institute of Health Care and Medical Technology, Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, India
3 Professor and H.O.D., Department of Psychiatry, Gayatri Vidya Parishad Institute of Health Care and Medical Technology, Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, India
Correspondence Address:
Dr. S. V. R. Naga Pavan Kumar Kampalli
Flat. No. 402, 39-22-11/2, Sri Durga Residency, Kalinganagar, Madhavadhara, Vi-sakhapatnam - 5300 007, Andhra Pradesh
India
 Source of Support: None, Conflict of Interest: None
DOI: 10.4103/amh.amh_110_22
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Introduction: Premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD), a severe form of premenstrual syndrome (PMS), is a of emotional, behavioral, and physical symptoms that cause severe functional impairment. This prospective, observational study was performed on students to assess the prevalence, the factors associated with PMS and PMDD, and the functional impairment caused by PMDD in various aspects of life.
Methodology: The present study was conducted on 224 consenting college students who attained menarche using standardized instruments such as the Daily Record of Severity of Problems, the Carolina Premenstrual Assessment Scoring System, and the Sheehan Disability Scale.
Results: The prevalence of PMS and PMDD was 19.64% and 4.46%, respectively. disability scores and functional impairment in the study were comparable to other major mental illnesses.
Conclusion: This study therefore emphasizes the need for identification and prompt management of PMS and PMDD so as to improve the quality of life.
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