Review, 1985
What is the single cause of PMS?
There is no single cause. PMS appears to result from a combination of biological, psychological, and social factors working together.
Early or limited evidence Not applicable (this is a review of theories, not a study of people)
What they did
Reviewed theories about what causes premenstrual syndrome.
What they found
Many theories exist about what causes PMS, ranging from biological to environmental factors. However, no single clear explanation has been found. The evidence suggests PMS results from multiple and interacting social, psychological, and biological factors.
What it means for you
PMS is complex and likely doesn't have one single cause. This 1985 review does not discuss specific mechanisms, individual factors, or treatment approaches.
About the study
- Original title
- Premenstrual syndrome: single or multiple causes?
- Authors
- Clare AW
- Journal
- Canadian journal of psychiatry. Revue canadienne de psychiatrie
- Year
- 1985
- Study design
- Review
- Read the paper
- doi.org/10.1177/070674378503000704