Premenstrual dysphorias : myths and realities

Judith H. Gold, Sally K. Severino

Medical Entomology and Zoology · 1994 · 25 citations · 0 references

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Abstract

Empirical Issues. Differential diagnoses and comorbidity. Consequences of methodological decisions in the diagnosis of LLPDD. Biological correlates of premenstrual complaints. A focus on 5-hydroxythyptamine (serotonin) and psychopathology. Treatment efficacy. Commentary on the literature review. Sociocultural Issues. Historical perspective of premenstrual syndrome. Social, political, and legal considerations. Sociocultural influences on women's experiences of perimenstrual symptoms. Commentary: Late Luteal Phase Dysphoric Disorder -- disease or dis-ease? Summation. Appendix. Terminology in DSM-IV.