When the monthly storm of PMDD (Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder) casts its cloud over you, it can feel like your body and mind are conspiring against you. That emotional and physical rollercoa[...]
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We need to talk about PMDD. That darkness that makes 3-8% of us feel like we're losing our minds for up to two weeks every month1. If you're nodding along, you know exactly what I'm talk[...]
Ever had those moments where you're suddenly sobbing during a dog food commercial, convinced your partner is planning to leave you because they didn't text back within 5 minutes, or found your[...]
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) and Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD) can create a challenging combination during darker months. Research shows that 46% of individuals with SAD also exp[...]
A PMDD symptom tracker is a simple yet powerful tool that helps you identify patterns in your mood, physical symptoms, and energy throughout your cycle. Unlike general journaling, it offers st[...]
Ever notice how your negative thoughts or inner critic get particularly loud during certain times of your cycle? Those persistent negative thoughts aren't just in your head - they're a real ph[...]
PMDD and sleep have a two-way relationship - they can both help or harm each other. PMDD can disrupt your sleep with problems like insomnia, waking up frequently at night, and feeling unrested[...]
“It’s just bad PMS,” they said, trying to be helpful. I smiled politely, but inside I felt that familiar ache of being misunderstood. Like many others with PMDD symptoms, I’ve heard th[...]
Here at Her Mood Mentor, we stay on top of the latest research on treating Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD). The two treatments in Western medicine are (1) an SSRI for PMDD (2) hormonal[...]
Like many of us experiencing PMDD symptoms, I used to feel completely bewildered by how quickly I could go from handling life's challenges with relative ease to feeling completely overwhelmed[...]