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University of Massachusetts Amherst

2020

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Considering Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder As A Differential Diagnosis In The Psychiatric Population An Educational Intervention Project, Sarah Mcnulty Jan 2020

Considering Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder As A Differential Diagnosis In The Psychiatric Population An Educational Intervention Project, Sarah Mcnulty

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Background:The assessment and treatment of Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD) in the female population is an important issue to be examined. Upward to thirty percent of all females’ report symptoms of moderate to severe PMDD. Proper assessment, identification and treatment of PMDD as a differential diagnosis by healthcare providers is essential for the effective treatment PMDD.

Purpose:To provide evidenced based education to mental health professionals for the assessment and treatment of PMDD in order to help improve the quality of life for patient’s living with this disorder.

Methods: The PMDD education intervention took place at a inpatient …