Absolutely, I've noticed my anxiety is worse when I am off the pill and right before I start my period. I've had a horrible time trying to convince any dr of this but I believe it is a big part of my anxiety. I don't know how to fix it, except the pill helped for me, but now I can't take it due to endometriosis and irregular menstraul bleeding that was making very anemic. But I definately know what you mean. I would see your dr about it.

Absolutely, I've noticed my anxiety is worse when I am off the pill and right before I start my period. I've had a horrible time trying to convince any dr of this but I believe it is a big part of my anxiety. I don't know how to fix it, except the pill helped for me, but now I can't take it due to endometriosis and irregular menstraul bleeding that was making very anemic. But I definately know what you mean. I would see your dr about it.

Absolutely, I've noticed my anxiety is worse when I am off the pill and right before I start my period. I've had a horrible time trying to convince any dr of this but I believe it is a big part of my anxiety. I don't know how to fix it, except the pill helped for me, but now I can't take it due to endometriosis and irregular menstraul bleeding that was making very anemic. But I definately know what you mean. I would see your dr about it.

I DEFINITELY notice a correlation between the two. My GYN. says that Anxiety is now a "symptom" of PMS--and I think in the last couple years-as I get older-it's getting worse--not sure if it's "perimenapause" or what (i'm 37)
Unfortunately, I have yet to find the miracle cure. I think the pill has helped some. (cuz my dr. said the anxiety is due to the "spikes" in hormones--that's why mine hits at ovulation & the week b4 it starts) So the pill helps level things off.
I know there are some Natural supplements, that some people swear by. And some Drs say you can take Antidepressants only at that time of the month & that it actually works.
I wish I could offer more help--just hope it helps some to know you're not alone.
good luck!

Have you seen that comercial for a certain birth control and it talks about the disorder PMDD. I don't really know what it is but it says that its like like PMS but its much worse and can accually disrupt your life because the symptoms get so bad. Check into it or talk to your doc or obgyn about it.

Yes agree. Try bc pills. Yasmin or Yaz stops the PMS. Unfortunately I tried Yaz for a few months and had no period at all. That's causing me anxiety now. I'm back on Yasmin. Either one has helped with the PMS. I may have one day of feeling funky but other than that it's fine.

I've been noticing that in recent months, my depression and anxiety have increased during PMS. I don't really have any tips on dealing with it, but I guess your doctor would be a pretty good place to start.

I noticed that too. I've started taking a lot of bvitamins and notice it isn't as bad. Will be starting Yaz soon am hoping that helps too. Good luck!

WOW!!! I so have that too...
Does anxiety bring yours on faster...it sure does mine!
My Dr. had me start with about 1000mg of calcium a day and as long as Im doing that it helps some..

Yep, I am on the verge of tears for no reason all day the day before my period like clockwork. I already take lexapro for depression and anxiety so I am prescribed by my doctor to take a higher dose for the week around that time.

im so glad i found this disscussion!!!! i was convinced there was a link between my anxiety and my hormone levels around the time my period is due and my g.p totally dissmissed this and said its was silly to put the two together! now after reading this i feel so much better.

There is a disorder called premenstrual dysphoric disorder where when premenstral there is markedly depressed mood or feelings of hoplessness or self deprecating thoughts, mareked anxiety, tension feelings of keyed up or on edge, lability, marked anger or irritability, decreased interest in usual activites, difficulty concentrating, lethargy, changes in appetite, overwhelmed or out of control, bloating, weight gain, tenderness. This is all out of the DSM IV the diagnositic and statistical manual of mental disorders. I don't know if this is what you have but it can be a consideration. I have it. There is treatment. It takes time because you have to document your symptoms and when they occur to determine the disorder accompanied by a psyhistrist. Hope this is of help.

Yes my anxiety is 10 fold just a few days before and during my monthly cycle. It seems to have gotten worse with age.

Mine started around age 30, which I believe is the norm for PMDD to begin. So age can have a lot to do with it. This is one disorder we can count on going away by menopause. We can't say that about other psych disorders. So look at it as a relief in the future. Take care

They are related, it s hormonal. I have such a bad time 3 weeks of the month with this, it sucks. Zoloft does help some. I am currently seeking more assistance in this area as well. It helps to talk with other women who go through this, that is certain.