Premenstrual syndrome: an ancient woe deserving of modern scrutiny

Er, González

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“…Dalton specifically has been criticized for failing to subject her theories to controlled studies (Abplanalp, 1983;Fausto-Sterling, 1985;Gonzalez, 1981;Parlee, 1973). Her panacea for severe PMS is treatment with the hormone progesterone, although she acknowledges uncertainty about the exact dosage required.…”

Section: Methodological Problemsmentioning

confidence: 99%

“…Reid and Yen (1981) report that 70-90% of women claim to have recurring PMS symptoms and 20-40% "report some degree of temporary mental or physical incapacitation" (p. 86). It is usually noted, however, that relatively few sufferers, perhaps 5%, have severe enough symptoms to interfere with their daily routines (Abplanalp, 1983;Bickers & Woods, 1986;Gonzalez, 1981). If, in fact, PMS is a condition severe enough to disrupt the lives of a significant number of women, there should be evidence in both personal and work contexts.…”

Section: Incidencementioning

confidence: 99%

“…So widespread are these statistics in Europe that PMS is successfully being used as a defense in the courts. In the United Kingdom, it has been accepted as a contributing factor in violent crimes (Abplanalp, 1983;Gonzalez, 1981;Sommer, 1984). In France, PMS may justify a plea of temporary insanity (Gonzalez, 1981).…”

Section: Incidencementioning

confidence: 99%

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PMS and the Workplace

Phillips¹,

Bedeian²

1989

soc behav pers

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Surprisingly, few studies have been reported regarding the effects of premenstrual syndrome (PMS) in the workplace. Given the increasing number of working women, it is important to ask whether PMS has any significant effect on work behavior. The purpose of this review is to consider selected PMS research in order to integrate the more relevant work-related findings and suggest how employers might best use this knowledge.Keywords: premenstrual syndrome, workplace, work behavior, working women.The popular press and scientific journals have increasingly featured articles on premenstrual syndrome (PMS). With an increasing number of women working, it is appropriate to ask whether PMS has any significant effect on work behavior. If it does, then the issue becomes how to minimize any resulting negative consequences. In addition to diagnostic and other methodological problems, however, a stigma surrounds so personal a topic. Moreover, a question exists concerning the extent to which an employer should be involved with such a personal matter. This question is compounded by the insistence of some researchers that PMS has its roots in psychological, not physiological, factors. The purpose in this review was to consider selected PMS research in order to integrate the more relevant work-related findings and suggest how employers might best use this knowledge.Whether talking to men or women, laypersons or professionals, it is easy to find widespread popular support for the notion that women routinely experience both physical and emotional changes corresponding to their monthly menstrual cycles. Of particular concern are those changes occurring in the "premenstrual" phase, i.e., the days just prior to the onset of menstruation. In reviewing the relevant literature, there are numerous articles in both the popular press and scientific (medical and psychological) journals dealing with these changes.

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PMS and the Workplace

Phillips¹,

Bedeian²

1989

soc behav pers

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“…A menstrual calendar that charts the timing of symptoms documents the existence of premenstrual symptoms, but are these symptoms evidence of a syndrome? Harrison (1982, p. 22) concludes: &dquo;For the most part, the diagnosis of PMS requires a subjective assessment by the woman of whether she is incapacitated or 'made ill' by her symptoms.&dquo; Dalton (cited in Gonzalez, 1981 ) noted that there are perhaps as many misdiagnoses as there are correct diagnoses. What she admitted is that the correct diagnosis of PMS may be a random occurrence.…”

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“…Yet treatments are prescribed. As Gonzalez (1981, p. 1395 No one knows the basic cause(s) of premenstrual syndrome, but almost every physician has at least one pet treatment. In addition to natural progesterone and lithium carbonate, these therapies include the following (none has been proved efficacious in a properly controlled study): vitamin B6; methyltestosterone ... ; progestogens ; estrogens; oral contraceptives; minor tranquilizers; &dquo;relaxation for living&dquo; classes; regular breakfasts; aspirin; orgasm; bromocriptine; scientific information and emotional support; potassium; calcium, alone or with magnesium; special diets (low sodium, high protein, high-fiber); amphetamine; ibuprofen; and hiding in your room.…”

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From Cycle to Syndrome and Back Again: A Social Work Response to PMS

Morell

1988

Affilia

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Although the validity of a prevalent cyclical syndrome among women is questionable, commercial exploitation causes many women to accept the construct as fact. The issue is not one of health alone; it is a political issue of substantial magnitude. Without ignoring or denying women's negative premenstrual conditions, social workers can resist-and help other women resist-the "medicalization" of the premenstruum. The intent of this article is to open up discussion of the theoretical and practical issues that social workers confront in intervening with women who have various premenstrual conditions.The medicalization of women's lives that originated in the nineteenth century continues today with the construction and promotion of the premenstrual syndrome (PMS). The monthly cycle has become a monthly syndrome; experiences that seem near-universal in women are defined as &dquo;symptoms&dquo; that need treatment and cure. Although the validity of PMS is a matter of controversy in the scientific community, the so-called syndrome has gained widespread acceptance as a &dquo;real&dquo; illness from which many women suffer (Morell, 1984).The rise of PMS as a vital women's health issue creates a dilemma for social workers who identify with women. On the one hand, we recognize the severe suffering of a small percentage of women before menstruation. Although there is no agreement about the cause of such symptoms during the premenstruum, there is clear evidence that biology plays an important role. We care about women's suffering and want to provide useful services. We are glad to see women's at University of Manchester Library on January 3, 2015 aff.sagepub.com Downloaded from

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Premenstrual Syndrome and Criminal Responsibility

Boorse

1987

Premenstrual Syndrome

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Premenstrual syndrome: an ancient woe deserving of modern scrutiny

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PMS and the Workplace

PMS and the Workplace

From Cycle to Syndrome and Back Again: A Social Work Response to PMS

Premenstrual Syndrome and Criminal Responsibility

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