I have premenstrual dysphoric disorder. Here's what to know. - Insider

Premenstrual dysphoric disorder, a severe version of PMS, left the author struggling. The disorder affects about 5% of people who menstruate.

My whole life I've accepted that the week before my period starts I am depressed and irritable. It wasn't until two years ago, shortly after my 29th birthday, that things got much worse. I felt as th… [+3082 chars]

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