THE EFFECT OF GROUP EDUCATION ON SYMPTOMS ASSOCIATED WITH PREMENSTRUAL SYNDROME IN UNIVERSITY FEMALE STUDENTS OF MEDICAL SCIENCES

Premenstrual Syndrome Symptoms of physical, psychological, emotional and
behavior that occur periodically and detrimental effects on the individual and society. The aim of this
study was to evaluate the effect of counseling on symptoms associated with premenstrual syndrome are
at university female students of Medical Sciences
Materials & Methods: This randomized clinical trial on 80 female students at the University of Medical
Sciences was diagnosed premenstrual syndrome. Random sampling by taking the cloak was hiding.
Information required to complete the questionnaire were collected through interviews. The data were
analyzed with SPSS16 software
Results: At baseline, before the intervention and control groups were similar with no significant
difference. After consulting a group and at the end of the first and second cycle after the intervention a
significant reduction in all symptoms associated with premenstrual syndrome , including physical pain ,
depression and irritability were seen (P<0.05).
Conclusion: In this study, all of the counseling in reducing the symptoms associated with premenstrual
syndrome was effective and showed statistically significant. It can be group counseling in this study as
an effective treatment recommended