“A Descriptive Study to Assess the Stress Level Related to Premenstural Syndrome among Female Students in Seleceted College at Chennai”

Abstract

Introduction: Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS) refers to a constellation of physical, emotional, and behavioural symptoms that occur in the luteal phase of the menstrual cycle—typically 1 to 2 weeks before the onset of menstruation—and resolve shortly after menstruation begins. Common symptoms include irritability, mood swings, fatigue, breast tenderness, bloating, and headaches. Although most individuals of reproductive age experience mild premenstrual symptoms, PMS is diagnosed when symptoms are severe enough to interfere with daily activities and quality of life (Lowdermilk, Perry, Cashion, & Alden, 2016).     

Aim: To assess the level of stress among female college students experiencing premenstrual syndrome

Methodology: The Study was conducted through quantitative research approach. The design of the study used in the research was non-experimental descriptive research design. This study was conducted at Sree Balaji College of Nursing, Chennai and 60 students were selected as samples through convenience sampling method. The tools used for the study consist of two section. Section A is Demographic variables. Section B is Perceived Stress Scale (PSS-10),

Result: The study revealed that 5(8%) has low stress level, 51(85%) has moderate stress level and 4(7%) has high perceived stress level in premenstrual syndrome with the average mean of 19.05 and standard deviation of 5.40.

Conclusion: The findings of the study indicate that a significant majority of female college students experiencing premenstrual syndrome exhibit moderate levels of perceived stress. With 85% of participants falling into the moderate stress category and only a small percentage experiencing either low or high stress levels, it highlights the considerable impact PMS can have on psychological well-being. These results emphasize the need for increased awareness, stress management strategies, and supportive interventions tailored for young women during the premenstrual phase to improve their quality of life and academic performance. findings of the study indicate that a significant majority of female college students experiencing premenstrual syndrome exhibit moderate levels of perceived stress. With 85% of participants falling into the moderate stress category and only a small percentage experiencing either low or high stress levels, it highlights the considerable impact PMS can have on psychological well-being. These results emphasize the need for increased awareness, stress management strategies, and supportive interventions tailored for young women during the premenstrual phase to improve their quality of life and academic performance.