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!

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lydiarose 08/02/2018

Hi everyone

i only discovered I had pmdd in May and after years and years of trial and error to help figure out what was going on, I was able to find medication that works. But I’m still wondering how to deal with the really hard days when I’m at work or with my boy friend. Work while I’m at the peak of my pmdd emotional mess is so hard to function. And when I’m in an awful mood it’s difficult to explain to my boy friend that I can’t control these lows. How do you guys manage relationships and work on your hard days?

Ylba 08/07/2018

For my job, I have intermittent FMLA and am able to work from home on days when I'm feeling worse. This is an uncommon accomodation in my department but I asked for it and was given the accomodation.

I'm lucky to have a supportive boyfriend who both can be tough on me and motivate me to push through my hard days but is also understanding that sometimes I just won't feel well. Maybe you can have your boyfriend read about PMDD or watch a YouTube video about it so he can understand it a little better.

Ylba 08/07/2018

Just came across this resource on pmdd and relationships

https://livingonaprayerwithpmdd.blogspot.com/2015/07/pmdd-and-relationships.html?m=1

JV1988 08/14/2018

I can relate - My boyfriend struggled to understand in the beginning so it was critical to our relationship that he did his research and gained knowledge on PMDD. This helped him understand where I was coming from a little better. Maybe have your boyfriend do his research so he can learn to cope as well? I struggle at work for sure. I might talk to my boss to see about work from home options but right now it's not an option. When I really feel my PMDD symptoms getting worse I will excuse myself to the restroom and do some breathing exercises. Maybe that will help? :( Good luck girl

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