Survey study, 2024
Is exposure to chemicals that disrupt hormones linked to more severe PMS?
Yes. There was a statistically significant positive correlation between endocrine disruptor exposure and PMS severity (r = 0.196, p = 0.014), though the relationship was modest.
What they did
Cross-sectional study of 160 female college students (157 with valid responses). Researchers collected data through structured questionnaires about endocrine disruptor exposure behaviour and PMS symptoms. Data were analyzed using correlation and variance analysis techniques.
What they found
Mean endocrine disruptor exposure behaviour score was 2.72 (moderate exposure). Mean PMS score was 2.08 (mild symptoms). A statistically significant positive correlation was found between the two variables (r = 0.196, p = 0.014). PMS severity was significantly higher among participants using analgesics (t = 2.243, p = 0.026).
What it means for you
Higher exposure to endocrine disruptors is associated with more severe PMS symptoms. However, the correlation was weak, meaning other factors also play important roles. The study was limited to college students and cross-sectional, so it shows association but not cause and effect. The study does not specify which endocrine disruptors or behaviours contribute most to exposure.
0.196
Correlation between endocrine disruptor exposure and PMS
2.72
Mean endocrine disruptor exposure score
157
Valid responses analyzed
About the study
- Original title
- The Relationship between Endocrine Disruptor Exposure Behavior and Premenstrual Syndrome in Female College Students
- Authors
- Pamela G. Hawranik, L. Strain
- Journal
- International Journal of Advanced Nursing Education and Research
- Year
- 2024
- Study design
- Survey study
- Participants
- 160
- What was tested
- None. Observational study.
- Open access
- Yes
- Read the paper
- doi.org/10.21742/ijaner.2024.9.2.01
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