Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD) affects about 5% of women of reproductive age. It causes severe mood and physical symptoms that can disrupt daily life. Unlike typical premenstrual syndrome (PMS), PMDD involves intense emotional changes linked to the menstrual cycle. Understanding why normal hormone shifts trigger such strong symptoms is key to managing this condition effectively. This post explores how brain sensitivity to hormones plays a role in PMDD and highlights i