Emotion regulation-based internet-delivered cognitive behavioural therapy for premenstrual dysphoric disorder: study protocol for a randomised controlled trial in Sweden.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD) is a cyclic mood disorder affecting around 2%-5% of women of reproductive age. Pharmacological interventions exist, but many patients with PMDD experience residual symptoms, discontinue medications or refrain from them due to side effects. Thus, non-pharmacological treatments are needed as an alternative or additive treatment strategy. Evidence indicates that cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) is a promising candidate. However, further research is required to establish its efficacy and identify ways to improve the treatment. Specifically, incorporating components targeting emotional and interpersonal dysregulation could theoretically enhance its effects. Furthermore, increasing the generally low accessibility of CBT for PMDD nece

SUBMITTER: Hoppe JM 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11784203 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature