ArticleCureus2024
Impact of Stress on Premenstrual Syndrome Among Young Women: A Cross-Sectional Study.
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- Prevalence of Poor Sleep Quality and Its Association with Dysmenorrhea Among Female Undergraduate Students at a Health Sciences University in the UAE.Healthcare (Basel, Switzerland) · 2026Article
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- Unmasking the cycle: Premenstrual and menstrual exacerbation of psychiatric disorders and impact on female mental health.World journal of psychiatry · 2025Review
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Abstract
BACKGROUND AND
aimsPremenstrual syndrome (PMS) is a common condition affecting young women, characterized by emotional, behavioral, and physical symptoms. Stress is believed to exacerbate PMS symptoms, yet the relationship between stress and PMS remains underexplored in the Indian context, particularly among young women in urban areas like Ahmedabad. This study aims to assess the impact of stress on PMS among young women aged 18-21 years residing in Ahmedabad, Gujarat. MATERIALS AND
methodsA cross-sectional study was conducted among 473 young women aged 18-21 years in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, using a stratified random sampling technique. Data were collected using a validated questionnaire that assessed PMS symptoms and perceived stress levels. Statistical analysis was performed using chi-square tests to determine the association between stress and PMS.
resultsParticipants found to have moderate to severe PMS were 167 (35.3%). The most commonly reported symptoms included irritability, fatigue, and breast tenderness. A majority (84.4%) of the participants were having moderate stress. A significant positive correlation was found between high-stress levels and the severity of PMS (p < 0.01). The amount of menstrual flow was found to be associated with PMS in this study.
conclusionsThe study highlights the significant impact of stress on the severity of PMS among young women in Ahmedabad, Gujarat. Considering higher percentages of stress levels among participants, there is a need for stress management interventions to alleviate PMS symptoms among the study participants.
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