The paramenstruum and negative moods in normal young women |
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Authors: | Gregory J. Boyle |
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Affiliation: | University of Delaware, Newark, DE 19711, U.S.A. |
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Abstract: | The present study investigated the effects of depressogenic statements on 154 normal young women, in relation to the late luteal phase of the female monthly cycle (paramenstruum). The women were allocated to a depressive-induction group or to either of two non-treatment groups. Multivariate ANOVAs indicated that paramenstrual women given the depressogenic statements reported more negative post-induction mood states than did other women. Four of the 12 mood states measured by the Differential Emotions Scale (DES-IV) were significantly elevated for the paramenstrual women in the depressive-induction group only (viz. Sadness, Hostility, Fear and Shame subscales). It was concluded that paramenstrual women appear to be more sensitive to depressive stimuli, and therefore, more prone to experience negative mood states than women at other stages in their monthly cycles. |
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Keywords: | Present address: Institute of Catholic Education Oakleigh Campus 17 Castlebar Road Oakleigh Victoria 3166 Australia. |
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