Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD)

At least 5 symptoms follow a premenstrual pattern: present in the final week before menses, improving within a few days after onset, and minimal or absent postmenses.

Timing requirement

Frequency + duration

Most cycles in the preceding year

Timing in context

The pattern should occur in most cycles during the preceding year and is confirmed prospectively with daily ratings during at least 2 symptomatic cycles.

Sources and review

Last content review: August 21, 2026 · PsychDB ↗