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/NotNamedBort Nov 02 '24

This would definitely go a long way in explaining PMDD. My anxiety and depression is out of control the week before my period. I literally feel like a different person.

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u/frenchdresses Nov 03 '24

My psychiatrist has me on double Prozac the week before my period and it has helped immensely