Navigating PMDD During University Finals
It’s finals week. Empty coffee cups stack up, and deadlines feel like they’re piling on top of me. For most students, this is already a stressful time—papers to write, exams to cram for, and an overwhelming pressure to perform. But for women with PMDD (Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder), like myself, finals can feel even more intense […]
On Recognizing the Signs of PMDD
Isabel first came to me in October complaining about unbearable anxiety. She was in a high-profile corporate job, one that she gave upwards of 60 hours a week. Her relationship was suffering, and at times she felt like she hated her spouse. Earlier that week, she experienced a panic attack while driving – one so […]
On Emotional Regulation and PMDD
Suddenly, the SUV backed up and rammed into the car. While I should tell you I was shocked, to be honest, I felt elated. I was reminded of so many, many times I wanted to do the same when annoying and aggressive drivers were pushing me to do something, triggering an anxious reaction. The car […]
