PMS (premenstrual syndrome)

As women age, their responsibilities usually lessen: they have more time for themselves; they become happier; and have less depression. Jane Ussher, Professor of Women's Health Psychology at the University of Western Sydney believes that women are being told that they need medication for PMS, post-natal depression and menopausal stress because their bodies are not functioning properly when in reality their problem is not hormonal, but social.

Although PMS has been around for many years, it was not until 1931 that this disorder was officially recognized by the medical community.

MedicineNet states that exercise can help relieve some of the symptoms of PMS.

MedicineNet defines premenstrual syndrome (PMS) as a combination of emotional, physical, psychological, and mood disturbances that occurs after a woman's ovulation and normally ends with the onset of

Treatment focuses on relieving symptoms and involves exercise, dietary changes, and medication. For more information on treating PMS, visit the Women's Health website.

According to the Womens Health Channel website, premenstrual emotional and physical changes occur in nearly 80% of menstruating women. For an overview, please visit their website.