It’s a condition affecting more than a million people in the UK, with the majority of those affected experiencing thoughts of suicide.
Yet Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (or PMDD) is still widely misunderstood.
Academics at the University of West of Scotland are now hoping to change that by undertaking the UK’s first-ever research agenda into the condition, backed by a new first-of-its kind charity.
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Anyone feeling emotionally distressed or suicidal can call Samaritans for help on 116 123 or email jo@samaritans.org
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