Comparing the characteristics of Asperger's Syndrome and PMDD, I do not think there would be any difficulty in making a diagnosis of premenstrual dysphoric disorder or PMDD.
Women with PMDD have severe depression symptoms, irritability and tension before menstruation. Many women with this condition have anxiety, major depression, and seasonal affective disorders.
I can see where in these cases, it is difficult to make a diagnosis.
You may want to talk with your physician about PMDD treatment options.
Suggested lifestyle changes include eating a balanced diet with more whole grains, vegetables, fruit, and little or no salt, sugar, alcohol, and caffeine. Regular aerobic exercise throughout the month might reduce the severity of symptoms. Getting plenty of sleep might help.
Some women do benefit from using an antidepressant known as a selective serotonin-reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) and cognitive behavior therapy. Birth control pills can decrease or increase premenstrual symptoms, especially depression.
Talk with your physician. You shouldn't have to go through this each month.
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Hello Leanne,
Comparing the characteristics of Asperger's Syndrome and PMDD, I do not think there would be any difficulty in making a diagnosis of premenstrual dysphoric disorder or PMDD.
Women with PMDD have severe depression symptoms, irritability and tension before menstruation. Many women with this condition have anxiety, major depression, and seasonal affective disorders.
I can see where in these cases, it is difficult to make a diagnosis.
You may want to talk with your physician about PMDD treatment options.
Suggested lifestyle changes include eating a balanced diet with more whole grains, vegetables, fruit, and little or no salt, sugar, alcohol, and caffeine. Regular aerobic exercise throughout the month might reduce the severity of symptoms. Getting plenty of sleep might help.
Some women do benefit from using an antidepressant known as a selective serotonin-reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) and cognitive behavior therapy. Birth control pills can decrease or increase premenstrual symptoms, especially depression.
Talk with your physician. You shouldn't have to go through this each month.
Maryann
January 7, 2013 - 6:07pmThis Comment
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