--- title: How common is suicidal thinking in women with PMDD? | Niyora description: Women with PMDD are seven times more likely to experience suicidal thinking than women without PMDD. Over 70% experience suicidal thoughts, and 1 in 3 attempt url: https://niyora.com/research/papers/womens-mental-health-suicide-risks-in-women-with-premenstrual-dysphoric-disorder-2025/ --- - [Niyora](https://niyora.com/) - [Research](https://niyora.com/research/) - [Library](https://niyora.com/research/library/) - How common is suicidal thinking in women with PMDD? Interview study, 2025 # How common is suicidal thinking in women with PMDD? Women with PMDD are seven times more likely to experience suicidal thinking than women without PMDD. Over 70% experience suicidal thoughts, and 1 in 3 attempt suicide. Strong study design Women with PMDD (approximately 1 in 20 women globally) as described in 7 published articles ## What they did Systematic review of published research from four databases (EBSCOhost, Web of Science, Medline, Science Direct) from the past 15 years. The review analyzed 7 articles that were qualitative or quantitative and cross-sectional, using narrative synthesis approach. ## What they found Women with PMDD were seven times more likely to experience suicidality than those without PMDD. Over 70% of women with PMDD experience suicidal ideation. 1 in 3 attempt suicide. The review identified three categories of suicidality: ideation, plans, and attempts. Women with PMDD have significantly higher risk of severe depression and other mental health conditions compared to women without PMDD. ## What it means for you Suicidal thinking is much more common in PMDD and requires urgent attention. Early diagnosis and education may help reduce harm. The review analyzed only 7 studies, so there may be gaps in current evidence. Seven times Higher suicidality risk in PMDD Over 70% Experience suicidal ideation 1 in 3 Attempt suicide ## About the study Original title Women’s Mental Health: Suicide Risks in Women with Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder Authors Osasogie Idemudia Journal Open Journal of Medical Psychology Year 2025 Study design Interview study Participants 20 What was tested None Open access Yes Read the paper [doi.org/10.4236/ojmp.2025.143010](https://doi.org/10.4236/ojmp.2025.143010) Original abstract Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD) is a severe mood disorder, considered the most debilitating form of Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS), affecting 1 in 20 women globally. Women with PMDD experience intense psychological symptoms in the latter half of their menstrual cycle, with over 70% experiencing suicidal ideation and 1 in 3 attempting suicide. Despite the severity of the condition, there are limited support services available. This study aimed to synthesise the evidence on suicidality in women with PMDD. Using a systematic review approach, the study analysed published papers from four databases: EBSCOhost, Web of Science, Medline, and Science Direct. Articles included were published in English over the past 15 years, focusing on suicidality in women with PMDD. These studies were either qualitative or quantitative and cross-sectional in design and were evaluated using a narrative synthesis approach. Seven articles were included in the review, revealing a strong association between PMDD and suicidality. The analysis showed that women with PMDD have a significantly higher risk of suicidality and other mental health conditions, such as severe depression, compared to women without PMDD. The study identified three categories of suicidality: suicidal ideation, plans, and attempts. Women with PMDD were found to be seven times more likely to experience suicidality than those without the disorder. Additionally, the findings emphasised that early diagnosis and education can help mitigate the adverse effects of PMDD. These findings underscore the need for more research on PMDD and suicidality and the development of more effective management strategies for women affected by PMDD. Reproduced under CC-BY. ## Topics [Premenstrual syndrome (PMS)](https://niyora.com/research/topics/condition-pms/)[Premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD)](https://niyora.com/research/topics/condition-pmdd/)[Low mood and depression](https://niyora.com/research/topics/symptom-depression-mood/)[Suicidality](https://niyora.com/research/topics/symptom-suicidality/) Research tells you what helps on average. Niyora helps on the day it hits. Calm down, see it another way, and decide what to say, with a PMS and PMDD app built by a doctor. ## Related studies Systematic review, 2021 Are women with PMS or PMDD more likely to think about or attempt suicide? Systematic review, 2021 Does PMDD increase the risk of suicidality? Survey study, 2026 Are PMS and PMDD linked to suicidal thoughts and violence toward family? Cohort study, 2026 Does suicidal thinking and self-harm follow the menstrual cycle in PMDD? Cohort study, 2023 Does the menstrual cycle affect how often women have suicidal thoughts? Randomised trial, 2022 Do hormone pills prevent suicidal thoughts from getting worse around menstruation? Ask AI about this page Copy prompt ChatGPT ↗ Claude ↗ Perplexity ↗ Google AI Mode ↗ Grok ↗