Premenstrual Disorders

Some young women may “self-medicate” their premenstrual symptoms by abusing alcohol. . .

other junk.” But her counselor refused to refer Kendra to a doctor for a prescription for the pills without further sessions. The counselor knew that Kendra’s issue was one of body, mind, and spirit working together. The counselor believed that if she could help Kendra see the truth, she would find more positive ways to live and interact with others. Proper diet, exercise, and counseling allowed Kendra to see that being the eldest of six children and having parents who enjoyed partying and drinking had led her to feel used. She often felt the

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