• Prof.Mrs.Thangamani.G
• Dr. Reshmi Siby

ABSTRACT Background: Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) refers to a set of distressing symptoms experienced around the time of menstrual flow. Hormonal changes may underlie these symptoms which can lead to difficulties in day-to-day functioning and poor quality of life. Headaches, bloating, cramps, and mood swings are among the most common PMS symptoms. For some, these symptoms are a minor inconvenience. For others, the symptoms can be so severe that they miss work or school.PMS symptoms range from mild to severe. Some people get their periods without experiencing any PMS symptoms at all. For other people, however, PMS symptoms can significantly affect their ability to perform regular activities and may even reduce their quality of life. Methods: The aim is to assess the prevalence and impact of premenstrual syndrome among adolescent students. In this cross-sectional study, 460 students attending the professional college of Salem were administered self-reported questionnaires to obtain socio- demographic, menstrual history. The Premenstrual Assessment Form was used to assess PMS symptoms and impact of life. Results. We studied the prevalence and impact of pre menstrual syndrome among 460 college students. The present study shows that the prevalence of PMS was 32% among college students. The mean (SD) score of physical functioning among participants without PMS was 51.32 (13.10) and that of participants with PMS was 86.0 (10.29), Behavioral functioning among participants without PMS was 42.08 (26.44) and that of participants with PMS was 51.33 (30.41) .The Premenstrual syndrome was significantly associated with physical functioning of the college students. Conclusion: The present study concluded that the prevalence of PMS was 32% among college-going girls in the study participants. The most common symptoms of PMS were breast tenderness, swelling, , fatigue, irritability, poor concentration, loss of interest, mood swings. Presence of PMS has impact on Physical, psychological and behavioral functions among college students .

Key words: premenstrual syndrome, impact of life, college students.

"A study assess the Prevalence and impact of premenstrual syndrome among selected college students at Salem", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.11, Issue 6, page no.i668-i679, June-2024, Available :http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2406874.pdf

"A study assess the Prevalence and impact of premenstrual syndrome among selected college students at Salem", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org | UGC and issn Approved), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.11, Issue 6, page no. ppi668-i679, June-2024, Available at : http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2406874.pdf