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Date of Award
Spring 2024
Degree Name
Master of Medical Science (Physician Assistant)
Department
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First Advisor
Jaime Shaffer
Second Advisor
Michelle Thal
Abstract
Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD) is a perimenstrual condition that has an effect on a person’s mood, and is characterized by irritability, anxiety, depression, and changes in behavior that occur the week prior to menses. Current treatment options for PMDD include selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors, hormonal therapy, surgery, and many others, however no one treatment alone stands to help all patients experiencing this disorder. The symptoms of PMDD cause dysfunction in the daily lives of the patients that it affects, which is why more research is indicated for better treatment options or supplemental therapy. Ashwagandha is a supplement that is currently thought to alleviate symptoms of anxiety and depression in those with diagnosable disorders. As anxiety and depression are two of the key features of PMDD, it seems reasonable to believe that Ashwagandha may be a valid treatment option for those with PMDD.
Recommended Citation
Stephens, Kylie, "Managing Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder with Ashwagandha: Current Clinical Evidence and Potential Health Implications" (2024). Capstone Showcase. 15.
https://scholarworks.arcadia.edu/showcase/2024/pa/15
Managing Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder with Ashwagandha: Current Clinical Evidence and Potential Health Implications
Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD) is a perimenstrual condition that has an effect on a person’s mood, and is characterized by irritability, anxiety, depression, and changes in behavior that occur the week prior to menses. Current treatment options for PMDD include selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors, hormonal therapy, surgery, and many others, however no one treatment alone stands to help all patients experiencing this disorder. The symptoms of PMDD cause dysfunction in the daily lives of the patients that it affects, which is why more research is indicated for better treatment options or supplemental therapy. Ashwagandha is a supplement that is currently thought to alleviate symptoms of anxiety and depression in those with diagnosable disorders. As anxiety and depression are two of the key features of PMDD, it seems reasonable to believe that Ashwagandha may be a valid treatment option for those with PMDD.