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SynthesisArchives of women's mental health2025

The prevalence of traumatic exposure in women with premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD): a systematic review.

Jasleen Kaur Grewal, Eveline Mu, Qi Li, Elizabeth H X Thomas, Jayashri Kulkarni, Leo Chen

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Jasleen Kaur GrewalDepartment of Psychiatry, School of Translational Medicine, Monash University, VIC, 3004, Melbourne, Australia.
Eveline MuDepartment of Psychiatry, School of Translational Medicine, Monash University, VIC, 3004, Melbourne, Australia.
Qi LiDepartment of Psychiatry, School of Translational Medicine, Monash University, VIC, 3004, Melbourne, Australia.
Elizabeth H X ThomasDepartment of Psychiatry, School of Translational Medicine, Monash University, VIC, 3004, Melbourne, Australia.
Jayashri KulkarniDepartment of Psychiatry, School of Translational Medicine, Monash University, VIC, 3004, Melbourne, Australia.
Leo ChenDepartment of Psychiatry, School of Translational Medicine, Monash University, VIC, 3004, Melbourne, Australia. leo.chen@monash.edu.ORCID http://orcid.org/0000-0002-2371-8707

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

background and purposePremenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD) is a debilitating illness that affects 3-8% of women worldwide. There are multiple factors underlying the aetiology of PMDD, ranging from neuroendocrine changes to psychosocial factors such as exposure to trauma. This systematic review aims to assess the prevalence of traumatic exposure in women with PMDD.

methodsA literature search of MEDLINE, EMBASE and PsycInfo was conducted following PRISMA guidelines. Of the 369 studies identified for abstract and full-text screening, 27 were included for review and 16 studies for the quantitative calculation of average prevalence and 95% confidence intervals. Data extracted included study details, sampling details, demographic details, type of traumatic exposure reported, diagnostic tools used, the prevalence of PMDD (total) and the prevalence of self-reported traumatic exposure in PMDD patients.

resultsThe reported prevalence of traumatic exposure in PMDD ranged from 18.03 to 90.5%. Using a random effects model, the pooled prevalence was 61% (95%CI, 46-74%). The level of heterogeneity (I

conclusionOur findings suggest that a history of traumatic exposure is highly represented in women living with PMDD. Trauma exposure may be a risk factor for PMDD and could inform this condition's aetiology. A trauma-informed approach should be considered when assessing and managing women presenting with PMDD.

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Premenstrual Dysphoric DisorderAdultFemaleHumansPrevalenceAbusePremenstrual dysphoric disorderPTSDTrauma

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PMID39546002

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