Extrait

To determine whether St John's Wort is more beneficial than placebo supplements in relieving symptoms of PMS, using both subjective (daily symtpom checklists and self reports of depression, impulsivity, agression and anxiety levels) and objective measures (blood tests to measure hormone, neurotransmitter and cytokine levels, and response bias measures from an emotional Stroop task).

Critère d'inclusion

• The 'premenstrual syndrome' is a cyclical condition occurring 7-10 days before the onset of menstruation, and is relieved at, or shortly after commencement of menstrual flow. The most commonly reported symptoms include breast tenderness, bloating and cognitive complaints, such as poor concentration, confusion and forgetfulness, as well as depression, anxiety, irritability, and mood swings

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