A lay view of premenstrual tension

Summary

Premenstrual tension, like the menopause, produces a variety of distressing physical and psychological symptoms in a large percentage of women. Often the symptoms are sufficiently severe and recurrent each month to have a profound effect on the woman's personality, efficiency and relationships with her family and other people. Research into the hormonal basis of the condition is seen as offering hope of more effective and widely available treatment, and making an important contribution to improving the quality of life for many women.

Key Words::

• Premenstrual tension
• attitude to health
• public opinion