Study of the Prevalence of Premenstrual Syndrome and the Frequency of Religious Behaviors, Yoga, and Exercise in Reducing Anxiety/Stress Symptoms in Premenstrual Syndrome Sufferers in High School Girls in Shiraz
Abstract
Background: Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS), according to Changes in mood, mental, physical and quality of life is the question the general tendency of women to reduce the negative effects of these emotions look like? Objectives: Investigation of psychological characteristics of Premenstrual Syndrome and frequency of caring behaviors at different ages in girls in Shiraz High School. Methods: This cross-sectional study was done on 200 students studying with premenstrual syndrome in city of Shiraz in 2013. Multi-stage cluster sampling was selected randomly. Student's eligible screening questionnaire PMS (PSST) for two consecutive cycles completed. Then Behaviors of self-medication to reduce anxiety and stress was questioned. Analysis of data using statistical software SPSS (version 16) and Chi-square test was performed. Results: The prevalence of premenstrual syndrome were 25%. Between age and anxiety and stress (PV: .002) was significant relationship, But Between age and anger and irritability (PV: .078) and sensitivity (PV: .066) girls did not have a statistically significant relationship. Non-drug measures to reduce anxiety and irritability in girls at 17.5% religious practices (prayer) in 58% Yoga and in other cases are taken from exercise techniques. Conclusion: yoga, sports and religious practices (prayer) in order to improve the symptoms of premenstrual syndrome in girls' self-care measures have been carried out.On this basis it is proposed to adjust the appropriate health plan.
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