Survey study, 2023
How much does PMS affect female students' grades, mood, and social life?
Significantly. PMS was linked to mood swings, irritability, delayed homework, and social withdrawal. The study was observational, so it shows associations but not proof of cause.
What they did
Asked 316 female university students in Kenya to complete questionnaires about PMS symptoms and impacts on physical, academic, and social functioning.
What they found
Most reported mood swings, irritability, bloating, and food cravings. PMS was significantly linked to mood swings (p=0.025) and decreased interest in routine activities (p=0.006). Students also reported delayed assignment submission and social withdrawal.
What it means for you
PMS affects multiple areas of students' lives including mood, grades, and relationships. The main limitations are the observational design and reliance on self-report, which may not apply to other populations.
316
female students surveyed
p=0.025
PMS and mood swings association significance
p=0.006
PMS and decreased activity interest significance
About the study
- Original title
- Assessing the Impact of Premenstrual Syndrome on Physical, Academic and Psychosocial Well-being among Female Students at a Private University in Kenya
- Authors
- BARASA BRISTONE MAKARI, Vincent Kipkoech, Abigael Ruto et al.
- Journal
- African Journal of Medical Biosciences
- Year
- 2023
- Study design
- Survey study
- Participants
- 316
- What was tested
- None
- Open access
- Yes
- Read the paper
- doi.org/10.58460/ajmbs.v1i1.36
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