Is PMS linked to personality temperament types?

Introduction: Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) is one of the most common psychosomatic disorders in women at reproductive age that affects their quality of life. Temperament modification can occur with changing in diet. Diet patterns also affect PMS. This study was performed with aim to evaluate the relationship between PMS and types of temperament in high school students. Methods: This descriptive-analytic study was performed on 200 high school students in Sabzevar during 2 months in 2016. Data collection tools included temperament standard questionnaire, temporary identification PMS questionnaire, Beck depression questionnaire, and PMS daily record form. The students who had severe depression according to the Beck Depression Inventory were excluded from the study, and the symptoms of this syndrome were collected in two consecutive menstrual cycles according to the premenstrual syndrome questionnaire. Data was analyzed by SPSS software (version 23) and Chi-square and Logistic regression test. P 0.05). Conclusion: However, PMS incidence was observed in combined hot and wet, hot and dry temperaments; there is no relationship between PMS and temperaments. So, it is recommended to do further studies in all layer of society with greater sample size.

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