--- title: Is PMS related to willingness to seek professional help for mental health? description: Women with more severe PMS symptoms were more likely to want professional psychological help. This was a survey of college students in Oman, so results may no url: https://niyora.com/research/papers/premenstrual-syndrome-and-the-attitudes-toward-seeking-professional-2024/ --- - [Niyora](https://niyora.com/) - [Research](https://niyora.com/research/) - [Library](https://niyora.com/research/library/) - Is PMS related to willingness to seek professional help for mental health? Survey study, 2024 # Is PMS related to willingness to seek professional help for mental health? Women with more severe PMS symptoms were more likely to want professional psychological help. This was a survey of college students in Oman, so results may not apply to other populations or countries. Early or limited evidence 601 female undergraduate students in Oman, ages 18-29 ## What they did The researchers surveyed 601 female undergraduate students in Oman between January and March 2024. Most were ages 18-29, single, and living on campus. Students completed questionnaires about PMS symptoms and their attitudes toward seeking psychological help. ## What they found 87.9% of students had PMS with a mean symptom score of 109.4. Most students (62.1%) had mild symptoms. 41.6% had high willingness to seek professional psychological help. Students with more severe PMS symptoms were more likely to want psychological help. ## What it means for you PMS is very common in this group of college students, and women with worse symptoms are more likely to want professional help. The study was done in one country with a convenience sample, so results may not apply to other groups. The study does not show whether seeking help actually improves outcomes. 87.9% PMS prevalence 41.6% High willingness to seek professional help 109.4 Mean PMS symptom score ## About the study Original title Premenstrual Syndrome and the Attitudes Toward Seeking Professional Psychological Help Among College Students in Oman Authors Qutishat M, Shakman L, Alyaqoubi S Journal Women's health reports (New Rochelle, N.Y.) Year 2024 Study design Survey study Participants 601 What was tested Observational study, no intervention tested Open access Yes Read the paper [doi.org/10.1089/whr.2024.0055](https://doi.org/10.1089/whr.2024.0055) Original abstract Background: This study examines the relationship between premenstrual syndrome (PMS) and the attitude toward seeking professional psychological help among Omani college students. Method: This study used a cross-sectional design with a convenience sampling approach. The date was issued between January and March 2024. A sample of 601 undergraduate female students completed the study questionnaires, including (1) a sociodemographic questionnaire, (2) the Premenstrual Syndrome Scale and (3) the attitude toward seeking professional psychological distress scale. Results: The study included 601 eligible participants of age 18-29 years who were mostly single (83.7%) and living on campus (68.6%). PMS prevalence was high at 87.9%, with a mean score of 109.4, indicating low severity for most (62.1%). Participants generally had positive attitudes toward seeking psychological help (41.6% high willingness). A linear regression showed a positive link between PMS severity and help-seeking attitudes. Conclusion: This study highlights a significant association between the experiences of PMS and attitudes toward seeking professional psychological help among Omani female undergraduate students. With a high prevalence of PMS reported, the findings suggest that cultural factors and support systems play crucial roles in shaping these attitudes. The positive inclination toward seeking help indicates a growing awareness of mental health issues within this demographic. Enhancing mental health services and fostering supportive environments in educational settings can further empower students to address PMS-related challenges. Reproduced under CC-BY. ## Topics [Premenstrual syndrome (PMS)](https://niyora.com/research/topics/condition-pms/)[Students and academic performance](https://niyora.com/research/topics/life-area-education/)[Stigma, attitudes and culture](https://niyora.com/research/topics/life-area-stigma-culture/) Research tells you what helps on average. Niyora helps on the day it hits. 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