PMDD Support Community Group
A group specifically addressing Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder; severe emotional and physical problems associated with the menstrual cycle. A place where we can share our feelings during the tough times and different types of treatments. Moodswings welcome!
Hi all,
I am new to this forum and I've been reading a few posts about PMDD.
I am actually starting to think that my tantrums, rage scenes, monthly depression might not be a simple "PMS mood swing".
I am 26 years old now and since my teen years I've been a moody girl: go into depression for NO reason at all (no losses in family or anything like that) but incredibly ups and downs throughtout the years to culminate in panic attacks during my early 20's...
I never analysed if everything was happening around my menstrual cycle but what I can tell that, what is happening now, is.
I've been living with my boyfriend for two years now and monthly like a clock, we fight around that week and it's always because of what he calls, my "bad days".
Some months it's an argument, other months (like now) it's a severe depression state where I don't know what to do, where I belong and I am always on the edge to be triggered by a phrase or a situation and I am ready to smash things on the floor. I almost enjoy that, the angrier I get the better.
I feel delusional and selfish as I live with my boyfriend and he doesn't know how to cope with me anymore.
It will be a little bit better if at least I can identify what makes me so depressed certain days of the month.
What do you guys think?
And if that is the case, how do you cope? Supplements? Hormonal pills?
Thanks in advance
Do you keep a journal of your cycle and your mood?
i find that helps a lot,just so you can be aware of the *why* of it.
magnesium can help,but be sure to talk to your doctor before taking any supplements.
Again,i am so sorry you are having such an awful time and wish you hope.
((((( gentle hugs )))))
I will go to a specialist to see if there is anything connected to my hormones.
Keeping a journal will be ideal too, thanks!!
It’s really important to collect 3 months of data to show your doctor.
I know this can be hard because it’s hard to be consistent about ANYTHING, but just a number 1-10 on a calendar, or a smiley or frowns face... something simple you can do every day to track your moods.
Good luck!
I feel you, lady. PMDD has made me feel delusional and selfish and caused so much emotional and physical pain.
If it IS PMDD, a combo of antidepressant and birth control can help create more awareness and stability, and take the edge off the strongest parts. Therapy and building non-medicinal coping skills is also important.
I also took up a good Kung fu school, to build my mindfulness, focus, and self discipline.
Nothing is perfect, but there is hope. I wish you luck! And it sounds like you have a good partner helping you, which can also be huge!