About The Course
Gain valuable insights into the multifaceted dimensions of premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD) to empower your clinical practice and provide optimal care for individuals experiencing PMDD. Learn how to differentiate it from PMS, identify symptoms and risk factors specific to PMDD, and enhance your diagnostic accuracy through the use of tools and criteria. Explore a range of treatment strategies for PMDD, including pharmacological, behavioral, psychological, nutritional, surgical and hormonal treatments.
Who Is This Course For?
This course is suitable for:
- Psychiatrists
- General Practitioners (GPs)
- Mental Health Nurse Practitioners (MHNPs)
- Psychologists
- Mental health professionals
- Clinicians working in or expanding into psychiatry and mental health care
Accreditation Information:
- Psychiatry Accreditation: This course is available for self-accreditation with the RANZCP and other relevant psychiatric and mental health organisations.
- GP Accreditation: The course is RACGP accredited for general practitioners.
What You'll Learn
- Identify the symptoms and risk factors for premenstrual syndrome and premenstrual dysphoric disorder
- Determine how to correctly diagnose and assess for premenstrual dysphoric disorder
- Explore various management strategies for premenstrual dysphoric disorder including pharmacological, behavioural, psychological, nutritional, surgical and hormonal treatments.
Course Programme
6 Units | 15 Modules | 4 hours total length
- Gender differences and global social impacts on mental health - Prof Kulkarni
- Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS) and Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD)
- Symptoms of Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS)
- Heterogeneity of Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder
- Pathophysiology of Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder
- Brain Changes in Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder
- Risk Factors for Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder
- Ruling Out Organic Causes
- Assessing and Treating Comorbid Psychiatric Disorders
- Assessing the Symptoms of PMDD and Establishing Timing
- Diagnostic Criteria for Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder
- Establishing Timing Of Symptoms
- Data Gathering Tools
- The Relationship Between Oestrogen And Mood - Prof Kulkarni
- Application Through a Case Study
- Neurobiology And Treatment Options In PMDD
- Hormonal Therapies
- Non-hormonal Therapies
- Dosing Strategies for SSRIs
- Non-Pharmacological Strategies
- Algorithm for Management of Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder
- Application Through a Case Study
- Knowledge Check
Course Description
Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD) – A Practical Guide
Premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD) is a severe form of premenstrual syndrome (PMS) that often goes underdiagnosed. Both premenstrual syndrome and premenstrual dysphoric disorder are considered core premenstrual disorders (core PMD).
PMDD affects about 3–9% of women. It is often underdiagnosed due to it being undifferentiated from PMS; however, PMDD patients experience greater physical and psychological symptoms that significantly impair their functioning and quality of life. (Malvika & Supriya, 2019)
Gain valuable insights into the multifaceted dimensions of PMDD to empower your clinical practice and provide optimal care for individuals experiencing PMDD. This course is designed to equip healthcare professionals with the knowledge and skills necessary to detect and manage this often-underdiagnosed condition effectively.
Participants will delve into the symptoms and risk factors for premenstrual syndrome (PMS) and premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD). Through a PMDD symptoms chart, diagnostic criteria, and other tools, the course enables participants to make an accurate PMDD diagnosis and distinguish PMDD from similar conditions.
A significant portion of the course explores various management strategies for premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD). Participants will learn about the latest advancements in PMDD therapy, including an overview of effective meds for PMDD and insights into PMDD hormone treatment strategies. Moreover, the course will highlight non-pharmacological management strategies, examining how dietary modifications (PMDD diet), lifestyle changes, psychological therapies and other therapies can complement medical treatments to enhance patient outcomes.
This course is not only a deep dive into the medical aspects of premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD), but also a journey into its psychological impact and management options. By looking into the range of pharmacological, behavioral, psychological, nutritional, surgical and hormonal treatments available, practitioners will be able to recommend comprehensive, empathetic, and effective care to individuals with PMDD.
Ideal for clinicians, therapists, and other healthcare professionals, this course is a valuable resource for anyone looking to enhance their understanding of premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD) and improve the quality of life for women affected by this challenging condition.
While Academy members enjoy exclusive access to a wide range of courses and webinars (including this course), as part of their annual membership, this course is also available for individual purchase. Please refer to the pricing section below for more details.
The course forms part of the comprehensive program, Integrative Perspectives on Women’s Mental Health: Hormone-Related Mood Disorders Across the Female Life Cycle, which includes:
- Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD) – A Practical Guide (4 CPD hrs) – An interactive online course.
- Depression and Menopause: A Practical Guide (5 CPD hrs) – An interactive online course.
- Practical Prescribing of Hormone Therapy for Clinicians: Managing Mood Disorders Across the Female Life Cycle -on-demand webinar with Dr Ceri Cashell (1.5 CPD hrs)
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For Psychiatrists: Women’s Mental Health Curriculum for Psychiatrists
For General Practitioners: Women’s Mental Health Curriculum for General Practitioners (GPs)
Delve into premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD): its symptoms, risk factors, diagnosis, and range of pharmacological to non-pharmacological treatments.
Course Information
- 4 hours
- 4 CPD
Inclusions
- 4 Hours of Interactive Course Material
- Video Lectures
- Case studies
- Self-assessment
- Certificate of Completion
Material Downloads
- certificate
Instructors
Professor Jayashri Kulkarni AM Reviewer | MBBS MPM FRANZCP PhD FAHMS
Professor Jayashri Kulkarni is the founder and director of the Monash Alfred Psychiatry Research Centre (MAPrc). She is also Head of Women’s Mental Health at Cabrini Health. Prof Kulkarni has won prestigious awards for her research and she chairs a number of advisory boards for both industry and government.
Prof Kulkarni has dedicated over 25 years to women's health improvement. She has researched and developed evidence-based treatments, that are tailored specifically to women’s biological, social and psychological needs.
Dr. Sanil Rege Course Host | MBBS, MRCPsych, FRANZCP
Dr Sanil Rege is an educator and consultant psychiatrist with dual psychiatry qualifications from the United Kingdom and Australia.
With extensive teaching experience through various psychiatry education initiatives, Dr. Rege is renowned as a motivational training facilitator who promotes interaction and discussion. As the Academic Lead of Psych Scene and Chief Editor of Psych Scene Hub, he aspires to make a difference in mental health by empowering healthcare professionals to advance their skills and career through specialized training.
Dr Rege is also founder of Vita Healthcare, a private clinic in Mount Eliza specialising in mental health. He has 20 years of clinical experience and 13 years of private practice experience treating disorders across the spectrum, currently working in the community, in-patient, consultation-liaison and addiction psychiatry.
