r/science • u/CookMotor • Nov 02 '24

Neuroscience In a First, Scientists Found Structural, Brain-Wide Changes During Menstruation

https://www.sciencealert.com/in-a-first-scientists-found-structural-brain-wide-changes-during-menstruation
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u/sayleanenlarge Nov 02 '24

I knew it! So did 50% of the population. We live it. We know things change. I'm on cloud 9 during ovulation, can conquer the world. Pmt, I'm a fraud and everyone's a manipulative arsehole. Being aware of this change helps us navigate it as we can tell ourselves it's not a true reflection and the hormones are influencing our thoughts.

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u/ThatWillBeTheDay Nov 03 '24

Meanwhile I feel no differences at really any point of my cycle in terms of mood. I mean yeah, when my cramps are bad it sucks. However, I’ve never really felt any mood differences.

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u/lynx_and_nutmeg Nov 03 '24

Same. Literally have never felt any different mentally based on my cycle.