Browsing by Author "Mosalisa, Meghan"
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- ItemExploring the health-related quality of life of women with premenstrual dysphoric disorder(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2023-11) Mosalisa, Meghan; Roomaney, Rizwana; Stellenbosch University. Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences. Department of Psychology.ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD) is a condition marked by its cyclical nature in symptom expression during the late luteal phase. Approximately 2 % - 8% of the adult female population have PMDD. Quantitative studies have shown the impact of PMDD symptoms on quality of life (QOL), but there are no qualitative studies reporting on this. In this presentation, I present findings of the first qualitative study that explored QOL among women with PMDD. Participants were 27 females with self-reported PMDD. Data were collected using a phenomenological research approach where semi-structured interviews were conducted. Interviews were transcribed and analysed in ATLAS t.i. Thematic analysis was used to explore women’s Health related quality of life (HRQoL) and four main themes emerged; (1) Culture surrounding premenstrual distress disorders, (2) Psychological functioning and PMDD, (3) Interpersonal relationships and PMDD, and (4) Healthcare and PMDD. The findings highlight the impact of PMDD on a number of factors associated with HRQoL particularly women’s self-concept, interpersonal relationships, occupational responsibilities and psychological well-being. The results also highlight the importance of diagnosis in women’s PMDD journey as it facilitates in self-awareness, interpersonal relationship understanding and contributes to better healthcare experiences. Several findings of this study are not apparent in current research which indicates the need for additional research evaluating the impact of PMDD. The findings provide insight into the female experience of PMDD and recommendations for healthcare and mental health practitioners are provided.