Do I have PMDD?
1. I experience significant emotional instability, such as sudden mood swings or increased sensitivity.
2. I experience depressed mood, feelings of hopelessness, or self-deprecating thoughts.
3. I have physical symptoms such as breast tenderness or swelling, joint or muscle pain, or weight gain.
4. My productivity decreases during this time span.
5. I can’t think clearly.
6. I notice changes in my appetite, such as overeating or specific food cravings.
7. I’m not interested in typical activities, like work, friends, or hobbies.
8. I tend to withdraw socially.
9. I feel overwhelmed or out of control.
10. My sleep changes significantly, either with insomnia or hypersomnia.
11. I experience heightened anxiety and tension.
12. Symptoms during this time frame feel very distressing.
13. I feel lethargic and fatigued.
14. I feel unusually sad.
15. I have difficulty concentrating.
16. Symptoms during this time frame interfere with my career, hobbies, or relationships.
17. I experience greater irritability, anger, and interpersonal conflict.
18. These symptoms aren’t due to another disorder, depressive or otherwise.
19. These symptoms aren’t due to a medical condition.
20. These symptoms aren’t due to the effects of substance use or medication.