PMDD

Premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD) is a severe, hormone-linked mood disorder that causes significant emotional and physical symptoms in the days or weeks before your period. Unlike typical PMS, PMDD can disrupt your relationships, work, and daily life — and it deserves real, specialized treatment.

At Coral Psychiatry, we specializes in the intersection of hormones and mental health. We understands that PMDD is not 'just bad PMS' — it's a biologically driven condition that responds to the right treatment.

PMDD affects an estimated 3–8% of women of reproductive age. Symptoms typically appear 1–2 weeks before your period and resolve within a few days of it starting. Common symptoms include severe mood swings, irritability or rage, feelings of hopelessness or depression, anxiety, difficulty concentrating, fatigue, sleep disturbances, and physical symptoms such as bloating and breast tenderness.

Coral Psychiatry takes a comprehensive, evidence-based approach that may include medication management (SSRIs, hormonal treatments, or targeted supplements), integrative strategies (lifestyle, nutrition, and behavioral approaches tailored to your cycle), and coordination with your OB/GYN or other providers.

PMDD sits at the crossroads of psychiatry and reproductive medicine. Coral Psychiatry providers have specialized training in how hormonal fluctuations affect mood — and how to treat them safely, including if you're trying to conceive, pregnant, or breastfeeding.

Coral Psychiatry offers secure telehealth appointments for patients in New York, Illinois, Florida, Minnesota, and Massachusetts. We are in-network with Aetna and CDPHP (NY). New patient appointments are typically available within 1–2 weeks.