Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Many women with PMDD dread the week before their period arrives, which is when symptoms typically start. (Photo: Getty Images; ...

Premenstrual dysphoric disorder, or PMDD, can cause extreme mood swings and debilitating symptoms before a menstrual period. PMDD is far beyond the typical moodiness or discomfort many people ...

Ever since she was a teenager, Tanya knew her mood swings were a problem. She had periodic bouts of anger and depression that left her wanting to die. Her life was a roller coaster of highs and lows ...

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This past week, I read a press release on exciting news from the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH). It was about a study on genes and Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD), and it was fairly ...

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Mood changes may be related to certain phases of life, which involve hormonal changes. In women, this may include PMS, pregnancy, or menopause. But stress or health conditions may also be causes. If ...

While most of us can relate to the irritability, sensitivity and lethargy of PMS, for some people, premenstrual symptoms go far beyond the 'sub-optimal' category. Welcome to the world of premenstrual ...

Premenstrual dysphoric disorder, or PMDD, can cause extreme mood swings and debilitating symptoms before a menstrual period. PMDD is far beyond the typical moodiness or discomfort many people ...

If your period wasn't already annoying enough, the days (or weeks) leading up to it can be even worse. Mercey Livingston CNET Contributor Mercey Livingston is a health and wellness writer and ...