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Dysmenorrhea and psychological distress: a meta-analysis
Sarah K Rogers1, Naheeda Ahamadeen2, Chen X Chen3
1School of Science, Department of Psychology, Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis, 402 N. Blackford St., LD 113A, Indianapolis, IN, 46202, USA. skfortne@iu.edu.
Females experiencing severe dysmenorrhea (painful periods) report higher levels of psychological distress, including anxiety and depression. This meta-analysis quantifies this significant association across multiple studies.
Area of Science:
- Reproductive Health
- Psychology
- Pain Management
Background:
- Dysmenorrhea, characterized by menstrual pelvic pain, is common among females.
- Increased psychological distress is frequently reported by individuals with chronic pain conditions.
- The quantitative relationship between dysmenorrhea severity and psychological distress remains underexplored.
Conclusions:
- Greater dysmenorrhea severity is associated with increased psychological distress in females.
- Further research is needed to define clinical thresholds for dysmenorrhea severity.
- Investigating the mechanisms and directionality of this relationship and developing integrated interventions are crucial future steps.
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