Pilot Study of the 'Thriving With PMDs' Program

Last updated: April 3, 2025
Sponsor: University of Regina
Overall Status: Active - Recruiting

Phase

N/A

Condition

Severe Premenstrual Symptom

Premenstrual Syndrome

Treatment

Self-directed psychotherapy program for premenstrual disorders

Clinical Study ID

NCT06648382
REB 2024-916
6541
  • Ages 18-42
  • Female

Study Summary

This study is testing a self-help mental health program that was designed to help people cope with the challenges of living with a premenstrual disorder. Individuals with a premenstrual disorder - either premenstrual dysphoric disorder or premenstrual exacerbation of depression - will track their daily symptoms for two menstrual cycles before they complete the program, throughout the two-cycle program, and for an additional two cycles after accessing the program. This will allow the research team to compare their symptoms before and after accessing the program.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion

Inclusion Criteria:

  • Ages 18-42

  • Either meeting diagnostic criteria for premenstrual dysphoric disorder (to beconfirmed by researchers through daily symptom ratings for two menstrual cycles) ormajor depressive disorder with perimenstrual exacerbation (i.e. at least a 30%increase in 4 symptoms in the perimenstrual phase)

Exclusion

Exclusion Criteria:

  • Taking oral contraceptives

  • Currently in psychotherapy

Study Design

Total Participants: 50
Treatment Group(s): 1
Primary Treatment: Self-directed psychotherapy program for premenstrual disorders
Phase:
Study Start date:
October 15, 2024
Estimated Completion Date:
October 31, 2025

Connect with a study center

  • University of Regina

    Regina, Saskatchewan S4S 0A2
    Canada

    Site Not Available

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