Premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD)

Premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD)

From CPD eLearning talks to... by Royal College of Psychiatrists

November 26, 2025 · 39 min

About this episode

The episode discusses premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD), its presentations, social impact, stigma, and treatment options.

Mental health issues in premenstrual disorders often occur in the second phase of the menstrual cycle. Dr Sophie Behrman and Dimple Khatiri join guest presenter Dr Katrina Peebles to discuss common presentations of premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD) and the wider social impact of PMDD and associated stigma, and to offer an overview of the available treatment options. Listener discretion is advised as this podcast covers themes relating to eating disorders and suicidal ideation. Listeners are advised to refer to this podcast’s further reading page, which includes relevant patient resources that the Royal College of Psychiatrists has produced on this topic. This is available via elearning@rcpsych.ac.uk. The College will be publishing a position statement on menopause and mental health in due course. It will set out critical evidence alongside detailed recommendations for decision-makers on how to address challenges and spread best practice. Disclaimer: Thank you for listening to this Royal College of Psychiatrists CPD eLearning podcast. This podcast provides information, not advice. The content in this podcast is provided for general information only and is not intended to, and…

People in this episode

Guests: Dimple Khatiri, Dr Sophie Behrman, Dr Katrina Peebles

Topics covered

  • premenstrual dysphoric disorder
  • mental health
  • eating disorders
  • suicidal ideation
  • treatment options

Keywords

  • PMDD
  • menstrual cycle
  • mental health issues
  • social impact
  • stigma

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