Want to cry every afternoon before your period
The morning goes fine. Then the afternoon hits, and tears sit right behind your eyes. Nothing big has gone wrong, but you want to cry anyway.
This often starts in the week or two before your period. Hormone levels shift in the second half of your cycle. Some bodies feel that shift hard, and mood drops with it.
Being tired, a long day, or skipped meals can add to the dip. When the mood change is strong every month, it has a name. Doctors call it PMDD, short for premenstrual dysphoric disorder.
When to see someone
Get help today if you think of hurting yourself or ending your life. See a doctor if the low mood lasts all month, or if you miss work. Rage, very heavy bleeding, or missed periods also need a check.
Below is a list of remedies people use for PMDD. Each one has a grade for how strong the research is. A low grade means thin proof, so ask your doctor first.



