How can periods affect your mood?

Understanding how periods affect mood can help teenagers manage PMS and PMDD symptoms with practical strategies like diet, exercise, and stress management.

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Understanding the Link Between Periods and Mood Swings For many, the onset of a menstrual cycle can bring about more than just physical changes. The emotional rollercoaster that often accompanies periods is a real and significant aspect of menstrual health. Understanding why and how periods can affect your mood is crucial, particularly for teenagers who are still getting accustomed to these new monthly dynamics. What Happens During a Menstrual Cycle? The menstrual cycle is complex, involving a series of hormonal changes to prepare the body for pregnancy each month. Hormones like oestrogen and progesterone ebb and flow in different phases...
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