Premenstrual Symptoms and Work: Exploring Female Staff Experiences and Recommendations for Workplaces.

ABSTRACT: Most women experience some premenstrual symptoms during their reproductive years. Yet, this is an under-researched health issue, particularly in the context of work. This study aimed to: (i) understand the prevalence and severity of premenstrual symptoms experienced by working females, and their association with key work outcomes; (ii) explore factors that may be influencing these symptoms and their severity; and (iii) examine how organizations might help staff with premenstrual symptoms that may be impacting their working lives. An online, anonymous survey collected quantitative and qualitative data from 125 working women in the UK. Over 90% of the sample reported some premenstrual symptoms; 40% experienced premenstrual symptoms moderately or severely. Higher symptom severity was signific

SUBMITTER: Hardy C 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8036722 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature