Tips for managing PMDD

Im newly diagnosed as well and might be told to go on an ssri via my psych doc. Kinda scared to have to implimemt anither wild ride into my already pretty stable-unstable situation. I have bipolar disorder and pmdd

Be kind and patient with yourself. Track your symptoms and cycle like its a new religion. I personally use Femometer because tracking my bbt has helped me more accurately track. There's an app called pmdd vs me that alot of women use as well. Clue is another one. Try a couple and find one that fits you. Most of those tracking apps have alarms or warnings you can set up to give you a couple days heads up for ovulation and your period. There are different types or subcategories of pmdd that differ based on the timing of your symptoms. I personally get symptoms from ovulation (around cycle day 14) until about day 3 or 4 of my period. The only week I don't get symptoms is the week after my period. Some women only have symptoms the week before their period with instant relief with onset of their bleed. Some women suffer 3 weeks of hell. All of us (in my experience) suffer from not just symptoms, but ignorant, inconsiderate people as well. Be stingy with your time and energy. Remember to prioritize selfcare. Say no to people. Have someone you can trust and confide in that does not condemn your crazy. Limit your exposure to negativity if you can. I know everybody's experience with pmdd is different but the more we support each other, the less power pmdd has over us. I believe these hormones that make us feel crazy can be utilized as a superpower if we want. And all that aside, I rely on zoloft. Heavily. Sending you positivity, love, and superpowers my friend. Feel free to message me anytime.