The simple answer is yes.
Severe menstrual pain, medically known as dysmenorrhea or painful periods, has a clear link to depression. The impact of period pain isn’t just physical; it’s a very real mental health concern.
In fact, a recent survey in India revealed a crucial insight: depression was the second most common symptom experienced by girls, aged between 10 years and 19 years, suffering from dysmenorrhea. This shows that for those whose pain is debilitating, the emotional toll is a significant and widespread issue that deserves to be acknowledged.
Your Journey to #StopThePeriodPain Starts Here
Every month, millions of Indian girls & women suffer in silence, told that their severe period pain (dysmenorrhea) is “normal.” Our mission is to break that silence. #StopThePeriodPain campaign is here to empower you with 3 simple truths:
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For real, how bad is your pain? Our interactive tool uses a 1-10 pain scale and a few quick questions to help you get the full picture. In just a few clicks, you’ll know if your pain is a chill or a major red flag.
