Premenstrual dysphoric disorder harms relationships for both sufferers and their partners – new study

Until now, little has been known about the effect PMDD can have on relationships. simona pilolla 2/ Shutterstock

An estimated 2% of people who menstruate are thought to have premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD). The condition causes severe emotional, mental and physical symptoms in the week or two before a person’s menstrual cycle – including brain fog, stomach cramps, bloating, mood swings, anger, sadness, low self-worth, anxiety and even thoughts of suicide.

Although PMDD symptoms usually stop when the period starts...