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The PMDD phenomenon, breakthrough treatments for premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD) and extreme premenstrual syndrome (PMS), Diana L. Dell and Carol Svec

eng

Includes bibliographical references (pages 205-229) and index

illustrations

no index present

non fiction

The PMDD phenomenon

1002119582

Diana L. Dell and Carol Svec

breakthrough treatments for premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD) and extreme premenstrual syndrome (PMS)

"It's Not All In Your Head -- PMDD Is Real ... Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder, or PMDD, affects an estimated 3 million women in the United States. Those who suffer from this extreme form of Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS) can experience severe symptoms like depression, anxiety, fatigue, and panic attacks. The effects of PMDD can put careers, relationships, and even lives at risk, yet some physicians refuse to even acknowledge that the condition even exists, telling their patients that it's all in their heads. The PMDD Phenomenon is the first book written specifically for women suffering from PMDD, authored by Diana Dell, M.D., a nationally renowned expert in the treatment of this condition and a leader of the growing movement of researchers searching for causes and cures."--Page [4] of cover

Part I understanding premenstrual disorders. Is PMDD real? ; What is PMDD? ; Do you have PMDD? ; Premenstrual exacerbation (PME) ; What does PMDD feel like? -- Part II treating premenstrual disorders. Serotonin reuptake inhibitors ; Diet and exercise ; Nutritional supplements ; Complementary treatments ; Light and sleep therapies ; Psychological therapies ; Other medical treatments ; PMDD game plan ; What you should know if someone you love has PMDD, PME, or severe PMS