The PMDD Phenomenom: Breakthrough Treatments for Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD) and Extreme Premenstrual Syndrome - Softcover

Dell M D OB/GYN, Dr Diana L; Svec M A, Carol

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1626544905 ISBN 13: 9781626544901

Publisher: Echo Point Books & Media, LLC., 2025

Synopsis

It’s Not All In Your Head—PMDD Is Real

“Why am I so depressed?”
“I’m so tired.”
“I was fine a minute ago, now I’m in tears.”

Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder, or PMDD, affects an estimated 3 million women in the United States. Those who suffer from this extreme form of Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS) can experience severe symptoms like depression, anxiety, fatigue, and panic attacks. The effects of PMDD can put careers, relationships, and even lives at risk, yet some physicians refuse to even acknowledge that the condition even exists, telling their patients that it’s all in their heads. 

The PMDD Phenomenon is the first book written specifically for women suffering from PMDD, authored by Diana Dell, M.D., a nationally renowned expert in the treatment of this condition and a leader of the growing movement of researchers searching for causes and cures. 

The PMDD Phenomenon:

• Helps readers determine if they have PMDD through a custom-designed questionnaire
• Covers the full range of prescription and over-the-counter drug therapies available
• Discusses alternative treatments
• Features inspiring stories of women who have battled PMDD
   

About this title

From the Back Cover

"An important book for anyone who wants to understand the experience of premenstrual disorders. Grounded in scientific data, up-to-date, and free of technical jargon."
--Ellen W. Freeman, Ph.D., Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of Pennsylvania Medical Center

"A balanced and comprehensive review of the issues involved in the diagnosis of PMDD, evidence-based prescription treatment regimens, lifestyle modifications, nutritional supplements, and alternative treatments."
--Teri Pearlstein, M.D., Assistant Professor of Psychiatry and Human Behavior, Brown Medical School, and Director, Women's Behavioral Health Program, Women and Infants Hospital

"At last, an authoritative and readable book by experts on PMDD that will inform and empower women to take charge of their premenstrual symptoms."
--Donna E. Stewart, M.D., FRCPC, Professor and Chair of Women's Health, University Health Network, University of Toronto.

Premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD) and extreme premenstrual syndrome (PMS) are debilitating conditions that affect millions of women worldwide. If you suffer from PMDD or PMS you know that the intense symptoms of depression, anxiety, and irritability in the days before your period can wreak havoc on your personal relationships and self-esteem.

In The PMDD Phenomenon, Diana Dell. M.D., who specializes in the treatment of PMDD and PMS and in reproductive psychiatry, gives authoritative information on the latest treatments available, including:

• The real scoop on prescription and over-the-counter medications
• The value of exercise and what kinds work best
• Which nutrition supplements and alternative therapies really work
• Medical treatments to try when all else fails

About the Author

Diana L. Dell, M.D., FACOG, is a board-certified in both ob-gyn and psychiatry. She is an assistant professor in both the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences and the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Duke University Medical Center. She is past president of the American Medical Women's Association.

Edition details

• Publisher: Echo Point Books & Media, LLC.
• Publication date: 2025
• ISBN 10: 1626544905
• ISBN 13: 9781626544901
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Number of pages: 256