Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD)

Although it is commonplace for women to notice some changes in mood across their menstrual cycle, western medicine is only now starting to realise how significantly premenstrual dysphoric disorder can affect someone’s life. Sufferers can find their lives dramatically disrupted for several weeks every month, but since those shifts happen so frequently, doctors can dismiss them as reflecting psychological or social stresses alone. This can delay diagnosis for years. The consequences for women with unrecognised PMDD can be dreadful.

PMDD is sometimes considered to be an imbalance of hormones, but in fact it is more related to heightened sensitivity to hormonal changes. Because of this, blood tests may not help with diagnosis (although PMDD can be associated with a lower progesterone level).

Treatment Tailored to You

Following your initial assessment and in consultation with you, we can provide a variety of treatment interventions, including lifestyle advice, medication options, psychological therapy, and personalised support and listening to help you feel better. We will take time to discuss our recommended treatment options, based upon your own individual circumstances.