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I offer support for the endocrine, mood and depressive disorder, Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD) and related disorders. Which is now classified in the DSM-5 and recognised as a severe condition.
PMDD causes physical symptoms but also different mental health symptoms, such as depression and suicidal feelings.
PMDD is a health problem that affects around 5-7% of women of child-bearing age.
PMDD generally manifests itself a week or two before your period starts. Symptoms usually go away two to five days after your period starts. There are a variety of treatments to help you with your symptoms.
Common symptoms vary among women but can include any of these: -
• Social withdrawal
• Extreme fatigue (rather than tiredness)
• Self-harm
• Paranoia/severe anxiety
• Uncontrollable crying (rather than frequent)
• Sensitivity to perceived rejection
• Lack/loss of humour
• Feeling overwhelmed & unable to cope
• Sensitivity to noise & light
• Hot flushes
• Skin sensitivity/rashes (including severe itching)
• Decrease in cognitive function and memory
• 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 episodes of frequent crying
• Lack of interest in daily activities and relationships
• Trouble thinking, focusing, or concentrating
• 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.
I offer a comprehensive support programme for sufferers of PMDD.
A huge number of people struggle with this condition and other menstrual related difficulties. Many young adults are unable to attend school and their social life, mental health and relationships are affected by menstrual difficulties.
Due to the sensitivity of this condition - I am unable to go into full details of the condition and treatment on my website.
Please contact me for further information on this type of support.
SEN/PDA Tutor & Family Support Worker