The influence of premenstrual syndrome on the quality of life of women engaged in intellectual work

Abstract

Currently, the role of intellectual work in the overall structure of professional activity has increased. Women suffering from premenstrual syndrome, as part of their professional activities, often engage in mental labor, which is reflected in increased fatigue, decreased performance. In order to assess the impact of premenstrual syndrome on the quality of life of women engaged in mental work, 237 women were surveyed about the course of premenstrual syndrome and quality of life according to the SF-36 questionnaire. As a result of the study, a significant decrease in indicators of physical functioning, pain intensity, vital activity, and social functioning was revealed. The total jinzi quality index in the group of mental work is the lowest of all considered. The severity of premenstrual syndrome is also the highest in comparison with the group of physical labor