We often talk about the physical symptoms of periods, cramps, back pain, headaches, but what about the toll it takes on our mental health?
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Premenstrual Dysphoria Disorder (PMDD) affects 1 in 20 people with periods, it is often dismissed as 'just PMS'. The reality is that for those who experience PMDD, the physical and emotional symptoms can be debilitating. Feeling out of control of our bodies and emotions is difficult, especially when society tells us to always be in control. During Mental Health Month, we asked out community to share their own stories, to raise awareness about PMDD and the importance of not shaming or dismissing our struggles. We deserve to be heard and supported.
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If you want to learn more about PMDD we have a whole post on our page about what it is, the symptoms and getting diagnosed.