How hormones and the menstrual cycle affect m...

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All about Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder, along with strategies to manage it.Savvy Psychologist is hosted by Dr. Monica Johnson. A transcript is available at Simplecast.Have a mental health question? Email us at psychologist@quickanddirtytips.com.Find Savvy Psychologist on Faceb ...  Show more

Dr Sarah Hill is a professor at TCU, a research psychologist, expert in women’s hormones and brain science, and an author. Each month, women experience hormonal changes that go far beyond the clichés of PMS. These shifts can influence mood, stress response, and even how women rel ...  Show more

Ever feel like your emotions are on a rollercoaster throughout the month? You’re not imagining it. Your menstrual cycle plays a major role in how you feel, both physically and mentally. In this episode, we explore the connection between your cycle and your mood and share practica ...  Show more

Why do mood shifts, cravings, and PMS happen before your period? Dr. Sarah Hill, author of “This is Your Brain on Birth Control” and “The Period Brain”, breaks down the latest science on hormones, the luteal phase, and how progesterone affects the brain and body.In this episode y ...  Show more