PREVALENCE AND SEVERITY OF PREMENSTRUAL SYNDROME AMONG FEMALE UNIVERSITY STUDENTS IN SAUDI ARABIA: A CROSS-SECTIONAL STUDY.
Abstract
Background: Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) is a frequent disorder that affects women of reproductive age. It is defined by a variety of symptoms that manifest during the luteal phase of the menstrual cycle, which can be physical, emotional, or behavioral. The everyday activities, academic performance, and general quality of life can all be severely impacted by these symptoms. Although PMS is very common, little information is known about how it affects female university students, who have stressors and lifestyle factors. For creating efficient support systems and interventions, it is essential to comprehend the prevalence and severity of PMS in this population. This study aim to determine the prevalence, severity and factors influencing premenstrual syndrome and premenstrual dysphoric disorder among female university students in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.