Background
Are more men or women represented in psychiatric clinical trials?
Men (58%)
Name one key symptom of PMDD
Affective (mood swings, tearfulness, rejection sensitivity)
Irritability
Mood (depression, hopelessness, anxiety)
Cognitive (difficulty concentrating)
Behavioral (loss of interest, appetite, sleep)
Name one key symptom of PPD
hopelessness/withdrawal
impacted bonding with child
onset/duration ~ 1 year
intrusive thoughts
How many women are diagnosed with a mental health condition each year? (percent)
20% (1 in 5)
PMDD is a severe _______ disorder
mood (severe form of premenstrual syndrome)
Name two dosage forms that PPD treatment may come in
oral and IV
What organization established a policy to include women in research studies?
NIH
When are PMDD symptoms the greatest/most prevalent?
3-4 days prior and 3 days post-menses onset
Name one of the meal requirements for women on PPD treatment (zuranolone)
400-1,000 calories
20-50% fat content
Name one type of medication that may be prescribed for someone with PMDD
antidepressant, birth control, pain medication, diuretic