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Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder: Epidemiology and Treatment

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Recently designated as a disorder in the DSM-5, premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD) presents an array of avenues for further research. PMDD’s profile, characterized by cognitive–affective symptoms during the premenstruum, is unique from that of other affective disorders in its symptoms and cyclicity. Neurosteroids may be a key contributor to PMDD’s clinical presentation and etiology, and represent a potential avenue for drug development. This review will present recent literature on potential contributors to PMDD’s pathophysiology, including neurosteroids and stress, and explore potential treatment targets.

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Liisa Hantsoo declares that she has no conflict of interest. Her current research supported by P50 MH099910.

Dr. Epperson has received grant funding from Shire Plc, has been a consultant for Forest Laboratories, and has personal investments in Pfizer, Johnson & Johnson, Merck, Abbott and Abbvie. Current research supported by P50 MH099910.

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Hantsoo, L., Epperson, C.N. Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder: Epidemiology and Treatment. Curr Psychiatry Rep 17, 87 (2015). https://doi.org/10.1007/s11920-015-0628-3

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