Exploring diagnosis and treatment of premenstrual dysphoric disorder in the U.S. healthcare system: a qualitative investigation.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD) is a premenstrual condition that affects 3-8% of the US population, yet knowledge on treatment and consistent diagnostic testing is lacking. While research concerning the epidemiology and pharmaceutical treatments for this condition has increased, there is a lack of qualitative studies on the experiences of patients who live with this condition. The aim of this study was to explore the diagnostic and treatment experiences of PMDD patients in the U.S. healthcare system and identify barriers to diagnosis and treatment.

Methods

This study uses a feminist framework with qualitative phenomenological methods. We recruited participants who identified as having PMDD, regardless of official diagnosis, through online forums within the

SUBMITTER: Chan K 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10193729 | biostudies-literature | 2023 May

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature