Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder: Why We Need to Talk About It

Shelha Rashid spoke about possibly suffering from Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder or PMDD. What is it?

A Twitter thread started by a young activist from JNU, Shehla Rashid, started a conversation about a condition that is rarely discussed and can be devastating for those suffering from it.

The young activist spoke about having suicidal thoughts a day before her periods hit, thoughts serious enough for her to go looking for means of taking her life on the internet. She stumbled across the term Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder or PMDD.

There was an outpouring of response to her thread, with many women sharing their experiences. The thread is shared below.

Okay, so, I've decided to share a deeply personal story on Twitter, even though I know that Twitter isn't kind at all. But I'm sharing this personal story in public interest, hoping it might reach someone who needs to hear this. (1/n)

— Shehla Rashid (@Shehla_Rashid) September 23, 2018