Premenstrual symptoms and dysmenorrhea in women using ovulation and menstruation mobile apps

The aim of this study is to determine the relationship between premenstrual syndrome symptoms and eating attitudes in adolescents. Materials and Methods: In this study, which was conducted in correlational research type, data were obtained from 250 adolescents between the ages of 15-21. Data were collected via an online questionnaire. Personal Information Form, Premenstrual Syndrome Scale and Eating Attitude Test Short Form were used as data collection tools. Descriptive statistics and Pearson correlation analysis were used to evaluate the research data.. Results: it was determined that the total mean score of the Premenstrual Syndrome scale of the adolescents was 44.34±39.74, and the mean total score of the EAT was 13.41±10.00. It was determined that 79.6% of the adolescents participating in the study had positive premenstrual syndrome symptoms, and 20.4% had an eating attitude disorder. Eating attitude disorder was found to be statistically significant in 23.1% of adolescents with positive premenstrual syndrome symptoms (X2=4.430, p=.035). It was determined that as the premenstrual syndrome scale score of the adolescents increased, the scores of the eating attitude test increased, and there was a weak positive correlation between them (r=.181, p=.004). Conclusion: In the study, it was determined that there is a weak positive relationship between premenstrual syndrome and eating attitudes in adolescents, and 23.1% of adolescents who experience premenstrual syndrome symptoms have eating attitude disorders. Regulation of eating habits will be effective in improving the quality of life and general health of adolescents who experience premenstrual syndrome symptoms.

Literature discusses the relationship between young women's violent tendencies and biological, psychological, and social factors. Notably, hormonal fluctuations during the menstrual cycle are reflected in mood swings and aggression levels, which may increase the tendency of young women to resort to violence. This study aimed to evaluate the relationship between violent tendencies and premenstrual symptoms in university students. Data for this cross-sectional analytical study were collected from 1301 students via a Google survey between January and May 2020 using the Personal Information Form, Premenstrual Syndrome Scale (PMSS), and Violence Tendency Scale (VTS). It was determined that 65.3% of students had PMS, and the students' VTS scores was high in 25.8% of them and low in 73.2 of them. There was significant correlation between the students' VTS scores in both subscales and total scores of PMSS (P < 0.05), PMSS' anxiety (β = 0.171), irritability (β = 0.348), and sleep changes (β = 0.182) subscale scores positively affected VTS scores (P < 0.05). Most of the students in the study were found to suffer from PMS, and PMS symptoms, particularly anxiety, irritability, and sleep disturbances, were associated with higher VTS scores. These results suggest that specific symptoms of PMS may play an important role in determining students' VTS scores, and this may have implications for understanding PMS broader effects on student wellbeing and performance. Health professionals can provide education and health services aimed at reducing premenstrual symptoms, preventing violent tendencies, and providing resources and foundations for future studies by conducting more studies.

BackgroundAlthough violence is reported in women with premenstrual syndrome (PMS), preventive interventions are among the essential responsibilities of nurses. This study aimed to determine the effect of progressive muscle relaxation exercises (PMRE) given to women with PMS on PMS symptoms and violent tendencies.MethodsThe study was conducted experimentally with a pre-test/post-test control group between January and August 2024 in a province located in the southeastern Anatolia region of our country. The study included 106 participants, 53 experimental and 53 control, who had PMS. Participants were provided with a PMRE application for eight weeks. Data were collected through the ‘Personal Information Form, PMS Scale and Violence Tendency Scale (VTS).’ Data were analysed using descriptive statistics, chi-square, independent samples t-test and one-way multivariate analysis of variance.ResultsParticipants in the intervention group had significantly lower mean scores on the post-test PMS scale and the VTS than participants in the control group (p < 0.05). The difference between the PMS scale's pre-test and post-test mean scores was statistically significantly lower in the experimental group (P < 0.001). The difference between the groups was statistically significant in terms of the combined dependent variables, including the pre-test and post-test change in the mean scores of the PMS scale and the VTS (F(2,103) = 158.77, P < 0.001; V = 0.245; ηp2 = 0.755). This difference explained 75.5% of the variance in the dependent variable.ConclusionPMRE administration has a high level of efficacy in reducing PMS and violence tendencies.Trial registrationClinicalTrials ID: NCT06208670 Dated:22.12.2023.

The Effect of a Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Program on Premenstrual Symptoms: A Randomized Controlled Trial.

Effect of pilates exercises on premenstrual syndrome symptoms: a quasi-experimental study

Premenstrual symptoms at reproductive age resemble menopausal symptoms and have symptomatic commonalities. We hypothesized that women with previous premenstrual syndrome may be more prone to develop menopausal symptoms and aimed to investigate the association of menopausal symptoms and menopausal quality of life with premenstrual symptoms. The study included 120 postmenopausal women. We evaluated the current menopausal symptoms with menopause rating scale (MRS) and quality of life with menopause-specific quality of life scale (MSQoL), previous premenstrual symptoms with premenstrual syndrome scale (PMSS) retrospectively and compared the associations statistically. According to retrospective PMSS, participants were divided into two groups; with and without premenstrual syndrome (PMS). PMS group included 29 (24.2%) participants and 91 (75.8%) participants were in group without PMS. Sociodemographic characteristics of groups were similar. Somatic and psychological symptoms were higher in MRS of PMS group. Evaluating the MSQoL; psychosocial and physical symptoms were impaired in the PMS group. Vasomotor, urogenital and sexual symptoms were similar in both groups. Premenstrual and menopausal symptoms were related in terms of somatic, and psychosocial symptoms but not in vasomotor, urogenital, and sexual symptoms. It seems that women with previous premenstrual symptoms are more likely to develop menopausal symptoms in some ways. However, a prospective longitudinal study may be needed for more conclusive results.

Objective:Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS) is a significant disorder affecting the daily life of women of reproductive age. The aims of this study was to determine the PMS prevalence and the examination of the relationship between PMS and anger.Methods:This was a cross sectional study. The study was carried out with 720 women between the ages of 15-49 living in the province of Kutahya, Turkey. A Personal Information Form, the Premenstrual Syndrome Scale (PMSS) and the State-Trait Anger Scale (STAS) were used to collect data.Results:The PMS prevalence was 48.75%. There was a statistically significant difference between the groups in terms of constant anger, anger-in, anger-out and anger control subscales (p <.001). The average scores of women with PMS for constant anger anger-in and anger-out was significantly higher. The anger control scores were at a significantly lower level.Conclusion:Women with PMS had higher anger and lower anger control levels. It should be advisable to recommend anger control management and provide social support so these women can cope with the symptoms. The result of our study emphasizes the importance of careful assessment of anger in women with premenstrual symptoms.

Objective: This study was conducted to determine the impact of social media addiction on premenstrual syndrome (PMS) and sleep quality. Material-Method: The study population consisted of female students enrolled in the Health Sciences Faculty of a public university (n=884). Data were collected using the "Personal Information Form," "Social Media Addiction Scale (SMAS)," "Premenstrual Syndrome Scale (PMSS)," and "Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI)" instruments. Descriptive statistics, Pearson correlation analysis and Linear Regression Analysis were used for statistical evaluation. Results: The mean age of the students was 20.40±1.65, and the mean age of menarche was 13.42±1.60. The mean total score for PMSS was 129.57±37.75, the mean total score for SMAS was 12.93±4.84, and the mean score for PSQI was 13.22±2.04. The correlation analysis revealed a positive relationship between SMAS and the total scores of PMSS and PSQI (r=.325, p=.000; r=271, p=.000). In addition, as a result of the regression analysis, a 1-unit change in the social media addiction scale score causes a positive increase of .325 units (β) on the total score of the premenstrual syndrome scale and a positive increase of 0.444 units (β) on the total score of the PSQI. Conclusion: Social media addiction was found to be an effective variable in increasing premenstrual syndrome symptoms and poor sleep quality.

Objective: Chronotype and social jetlag are related in adolescents. Specifically, an evening chronotype can extend the duration of social jetlag, posing a threat to adolescent health. Identifying the factors mediating this relationship is important for managing negative outcomes. However, there is limited information in the literature on this topic, and the role of premenstrual symptoms in this relationship has not yet been fully explored. This study aims to examine the mediating role of premenstrual symptoms in the effect of chronotype on social jetlag in adolescents. Method: The sample of this descriptive and correlational study included 309 adolescents (n=309). Data were collected using the Personal Information Form, Premenstrual Syndrome Scale, and Morningness-Eveningness Scale for Children. Results: As chronotype scores increased, social jetlag duration (β: -0.457; p0.05). Conclusion: Chronotype affects social jetlag and premenstrual symptoms, while premenstrual symptoms have no effect on social jetlag. Also, premenstrual symptoms do not mediate the relationship between chronotype and social jetlag. To effectively answer the question, “Are premenstrual symptoms a mediator?”, it is recommended to plan similar studies in different regions, taking into account diverse cultural and sociodemographic characteristics and mental/cultural/governmental policies.

This study aims to investigate the impact of Pilates exercises on premenstrual syndrome (PMS) symptoms, perceived stress levels, and pain intensity. Forty-six women with PMS participated in this study and were assigned to the intervention and control groups based on their willingness to participate. The intervention group undertook Pilates practices via video recording twice a week for 8 weeks, while the control group did not engage in regular exercise during the same period. PMS symptoms were assessed using the Premenstrual Syndrome Scale (PMSS), premenstrual stress levels were evaluated using the Perceived Stress Scale (PSS), and premenstrual pain levels were assessed using the McGill Melzack Pain Questionnaire (MPQ) at both the beginning and end of the study. There was a significant difference observed in the PMSS, PSS and MPQ evaluations of the intervention group following their participation in Pilates practices (p < 0.05). Conversely, no significant difference was observed in the PMSS, PSS and MPQ evaluations of the control group at the end of the study (p > 0.05). There was no statistically significant difference between the two groups in PMSS evaluation (p > 0.05) at the end of the study. However, a statistically significant difference was detected in PSS and MPQ evaluations (p < 0.05). Pilates exercise can affectively decrease the perceived stress level and pain severity in PMS affected women. This study highlights the efficacy of Pilates for physiotherapists in PMS symptom reduction. Moreover, the implementation of a self-guided video-based home exercise program could provide patients with practical and time-efficient alternatives.

Mandala coloring is used as a complementary therapy in the management of certain illnesses and symptoms. The symptoms of premenstrual syndrome (PMS) have a negative impact on women's daily activities. Investigating how mandala coloring affects PMS symptoms is the goal of this study. This study was conducted using a single-blind, randomized controlled design. The research was conducted on 80 university students between November 2023 and March 2024. The participants included women aged 19years and older who were experiencing PMS. They were split into the control group and the intervention group at random. The experimental group's women's PMS total and subscale scores significantly decreased after the intervention. The control and intervention groups were evaluated using the Premenstrual Syndrome Scale (PMSS). The intergroup comparisons showed that the severity of PMS decreased significantly following the mandala coloring intervention (PMSS pretest 155.22±26.14 vs. 161.51±25.75, respectively, PMSS posttest 112.68±30.65 vs. 162.14±25.05) (p<.05). The intervention group experienced a significant reduction in premenstrual symptoms in comparison to the control group.

The objective of this study is to determine the relation between the premenstrual syndrome states of the Faculty of Health Sciences students and their attitudes towards holistic and complementary medicine. This descriptive and correlational study was carried out on the female students studying at the faculty of health sciences of a foundation university between the dates of 15 March–15 June 2023. The sample of the study included 470 students. Socio-demographic form, Premenstrual Syndrome Scale (PMSS) and Holistic Complementary and Alternative Medicine Questionnaire (HCAMQ) were used as the data collection tools. The score average of the students in the Premenstrual Syndrome Scale was 141.79±36.24 and in the Holistic Complementary and Alternative Medicine Questionnaire was 26.87±6.26. No significant relation was found between the score averages of Premenstrual Syndrome Scale and Holistic Complementary and Alternative Medicine Questionnaire (p&amp;gt;0.05). The most commonly used complementary and alternative methods by the students were sleep/rest (92.6%), having hot drinks (85.7%), having a hot shower (84.9%), and massage on the abdomen(81.7%). It was determined that the students having irregular periods, smoking, not eating healthily and consuming too much coffee had more premenstrual syndrome symptoms (p&amp;lt;0.05). The students should gain healthy lifestyle behaviors in order to have fewer premenstrual syndrome symptoms. They should be told how they would use complementary and alternative treatment methods in symptom control and topics related to complementary and alternative treatment methods should be added in the course contents.

Objective: The negative effects of eating habits in parallel with the emotional turmoil in adolescence may cause the failure to fully meet nutritional requirements and may also increase the severity of the Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS). The aim of this study was to determine the relationship between premenstrual syndrome symptoms and emotional eating attitudes in adolescents. Methods: The descriptive, correlational and cross-sectional study was conducted with 242 female adolescents aged 12-18 years. Data were collected using a questionnaire, the Premenstrual Syndrome Scale (PMSS) and the Emotional Eating Scale for Children and Adolescents (EES-C-T). Results: It was found that depressive symptoms and restless mood increased in EES-C-T and its sub-dimensions as fatigue increased among PMSS sub-dimensions, that depressive symptoms increased in EES-C-T sub-dimensions as irritability and depressive thoughts increased among PMSS sub-dimensions, and that EES-C-T and its sub-dimensions increased as symptoms related to appetite changes increased among PMSS sub-dimensions (p&amp;lt;0.05). In addition, it was found that depressive symptoms among EES-C-T sub-dimensions increased as PMSS increased (p&amp;lt;0.05). Conclusion: In the study, 74% of adolescents were found to have premenstrual syndrome. The presence of depressive symptoms in adolescents experiencing PMS may increase emotional eating behavior. Evaluating the eating habits of adolescents who experience premenstrual syndrome symptoms may be effective in improving quality of life and psychological health.

This study utilized a descriptive and relational design to determine the relationship between young women's experiences of premenstrual syndrome (PMS) and dysmenorrhea with internalized misogyny. A total of 487 individuals were accessed. Data were collected through the "Personal Information Form" prepared by the researchers, the "Functional and Emotional Measure of Dysmenorrhea" the "Premenstrual Syndrome Scale," and the "Internalized Misogyny Scale." The internalized misogyny scale mean score had significant effects on the functional and emotional measure of dysmenorrhea mean score (p < 0.05). The internalized misogyny scale mean score was found to have a statistically significant effect on the premenstrual syndrome scale (p < 0.05). This study found that young women's internalized misogyny was highly correlated with PMS and dysmenorrhea, and increased internalized misogyny also increased the severity of PMS and dysmenorrhea in young women.

Introduction: Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) is a set of physical, emotional, cognitive, and behavioral symptoms that occur in the luteal phase of the menstrual cycle, usually declining shortly after the onset of menstruation. Aims: The aim of the study was to determine the prevalence of PMS and analyze its association with physical activity levels among women aged 18-35 in Ahmedabad city. Material and Methods: An observational study was conducted involving 235 participants selected through convenience sampling. Inclusion criteria included women aged 18-35 years who were proficient in English, while exclusion criteria included smoking, alcohol abuse, athletic involvement, pregnancy or breastfeeding, and recent abortion or miscarriage. Data collection was conducted using the Premenstrual Syndrome Scale (PMSS) to assess premenstrual symptoms and the International Physical Activity Questionnaire (IPAQ-SF) to measure physical activity levels. Statistical analysis was performed using SPSS version 20, with a significance level set at 5%. Results: The average age of participants was 21.73 ± 3.57 years. The study found that 68.5% of participants met the criteria for having PMS based on the PMSS. The most reported symptoms included mood swings, abdominal cramps, food cravings, irritability, skin changes, crying spells, and aggression. Regarding physical activity, 43% of participants had low levels. Spearman correlation analysis revealed a weak but statistically significant positive association (r = 0.180, P = 0.006) between the severity of PMS symptoms and physical activity levels. Conclusions: The prevalence of PMS among participants was 68.5%. A weak association was found between PMS symptoms and physical activity levels among women in Ahmedabad.