Abstract:

Purpose: The university is done as a detection to determine the frequency of premenstrual syndrome in students.Method: The sample of the study was made by 426 university students who received education in the 2014-2015 educational year. The student information form and Premenstrual Syndrome scale were used as a data collection tool. In the assessment of the data, percentage distribution, t test and ANOVA analyses were used.Result: Students involved in the study found 43% of premenstrual syndrome frequency. The student’s Premenstrual Syndrome scale score is 123.63±36.62 (Min44-Max219). The scale of premenstrual syndrome has been found that the average score is higher in students with irregular menstruation and dysmenorrhea. In those with a family history, the average score of Premenstrual syndrome was also higher, and statistical prevalence was identified. 71% of students experienced appetite change, 60% pain, 58% nervousness, 56% sleep change, 54% depressive emotions, 54% swelling, 51% fatigue, 32% depressive thoughts and 31% anxiety. The ratio of applicants to a health institution for painful menstrual vision and premenstrual problems was identified as 33.6%. In this study, half of students were diagnosed with premenstrual syndrome. University students are required to provide education and consultancy services to students by health workers to reduce the negative effects of Premenstrual syndrome.

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