How is premenstrual dysphoric disorder diagnosed?

Kevin Mangelschots·22/07/2025·0 comments

According to the DSM-5 (Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition), a diagnosis requires:

  • At least five symptoms, including one mood-related symptom (like mood swings, depression, irritability, or anxiety).
  • Symptoms must appear during most menstrual cycles in the past year.
  • They must interfere substantially with work, school, or relationships.
  • Symptoms must be tracked across at least two menstrual cycles, often using a daily symptom diary.

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Hi there, I’m Kevin Mangelschots! A little more about myself: - I'm 33 years old. - I’m a registered, licensed, and practicing therapist with a bachelor’s degree in occupational therapy. - Currently practicing at a rehabilitation center located in Belgium. Longtime fitness and gaming enthusiast. - Turned towards psychology, philosophy, mental health, and self-improvement to improve my chronic depression. - My goal is to share evidence-based information with the world that I know is helpful and useful to improve depression and overall well-being. In short, I’m just a guy trying to make sense of the world by thinking about ideas, studying psychology, philosophy, and mental and physical health. I strive to apply my degree in healthcare (occupational therapy) to explain concepts as clearly as possible, based on current research findings.

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