Síndrome pré-menstrual (SPM) e o desempenho ocupacional de estudantes universitárias: um estudo sobre a realidade do Campus Lagarto da Universidade Federal de Sergipe

Abstract

Premenstrual Tension is characterized as a set of physical, emotional and behavioral symptoms that occur one to two weeks before the onset of menstruation and that may interfere with some aspects of a woman's life. Given the various changes caused by the menstrual cycle, this study aimed to: identify and analyze how premenstrual syndrome (PMS) affects the occupational performance of college students and as specific objectives: describe the main symptoms reported, report the main affected occupations and analyze the implications of occupational impairment. The research is characterized as being descriptive and exploratory and data were collected through a semi-open questionnaire. As a result of the research, it was evident that most university students often present signs and symptoms of PMS. Symptoms include stress peaks, emotional sensitivity, fluctuating mood, cramps, irritability, tiredness, lack of concentration, hunger, body aches and swelling. The activities most affected by PMS symptoms according to the research were study, physical activity, social participation, sleep and interpersonal relationship. It also concluded that most of the University students present impairment in academic activities, thus impairing academic performance. This study reinforced the need for professionals working in women's health, who seek to understand it in this process, to implement actions that enable changes in habits, attitudes and behaviors aiming at a better quality of life for women with PMS.