--- title: How common is PMS among female university students and how does it affect their lives? description: Most female university students know about PMS. It commonly affects school work and social life, but most do nothing to treat it. url: https://niyora.com/research/papers/a-study-on-premenstrual-syndrome-among-female-students-of-a-private-university-2020/ --- - [Niyora](https://niyora.com/) - [Research](https://niyora.com/research/) - [Library](https://niyora.com/research/library/) - How common is PMS among female university students and how does it affect their lives? Survey study, 2020 # How common is PMS among female university students and how does it affect their lives? Most female university students know about PMS. It commonly affects school work and social life, but most do nothing to treat it. Early or limited evidence 130 female university students at a private university in Delhi National Capital Region, India ## What they did Researchers gave a questionnaire to 130 female university students in India to assess their knowledge about PMS, symptoms they experienced, and impacts on daily activities. ## What they found 80% knew about PMS, but only 43.8% knew about PMDD. The most common symptoms were irritability (74.6%) and abdominal bloating (48.5%). Over half (53.8%) reported PMS reduced their work efficiency and concentration, and 49.2% reported it affected their social life. 90% thought PMS was important to discuss, but 40.8% did nothing to relieve symptoms. Students aged 23-30 had higher knowledge than those aged 17-22. Students who exercised had higher knowledge than those who did not. ## What it means for you PMS significantly affects university students' work and relationships, yet many don't seek help. Exercise and older age were linked to better PMS knowledge. Results may not apply beyond one private university in India. 80% Knew about PMS 53.8% Reported PMS impaired work efficiency 40.8% Did nothing to relieve symptoms ## About the study Original title A Study on Premenstrual Syndrome among Female Students of a Private University of Delhi NCR Authors Surbhi Teotia, Sayantika Kumari, Neha Taneja et al. Journal Journal of Women s Health and Development Year 2020 Study design Survey study Participants 82 What was tested Knowledge, symptoms, and impacts on activities assessed Open access Yes Read the paper [doi.org/10.26502/fjwhd.2644-28840049](https://doi.org/10.26502/fjwhd.2644-28840049) Original abstract Background: Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS) is one of the most common disorders of reproductive age. PMS is a set of physical and psychological symptoms that occurs during the luteal phase of menstrual cycle (14 days before menstrual period), resolved with the onset of menstruation and with a symptom-free interval afterwards. Aim: To assess the knowledge, most commonly reported symptoms, effects on educational activities and interpersonal relationships, treatment options and attitude of female university students towards PMS. Methods: This cross-sectional study was conducted among 130 female students of a Private University of Delhi NCR. A pretested, self-administered questionnaire was used to collect the information. The data was compiled in Microsoft excel and analysed using SPSS 25 version. P-value <0.05 was considered statistically significant. Results: The majority (80%) of female participants knew about PMS while only (43.8%) knew about PMDD. The most common affective and somatic symptoms among participants were irritability (74.6 %) and abdominal bloating (48.5%). More than half (53.8 %) of the female participants reported PMS impaired their College/work efficiency/ productivity and Concentration and (49.2 %) reported PMS impaired their Social life activities. The majority (90%) of female participants think that PMS is an important issue that should be discussed but (40.8%) did nothing to relieve their premenstrual symptoms. The female participants of age group between 23 and 30 years showed higher proportion of knowledge of PMS (n=52, 89.7 %) when compared to female participants of age group between 17 and 22 years and this association was statistically significant (P<0.05). The female participants who did exercise showed higher proportion of knowledge of PMS (n=82, 84.5 %) when compared to female students who did not exercise and this association was statistically significant (P<0.05). Conclusion: Based on the findings of the present study, it can be said that: PMS is a common problem affecting the educational activities and interpersonal relationships of females significantly. Despite of the positive response of female participants towards PMS in our study, there is lack of knowledge about the necessity to consult a doctor or seek treatment for their symptoms. 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/)[Exercise and yoga](https://niyora.com/research/topics/treatment-exercise/)[Work and productivity](https://niyora.com/research/topics/life-area-work/)[Relationships and partners](https://niyora.com/research/topics/life-area-relationships/)[Students and academic performance](https://niyora.com/research/topics/life-area-education/)[Stigma, attitudes and culture](https://niyora.com/research/topics/life-area-stigma-culture/) Research tells you what helps on average. Niyora helps on the day it hits. 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