Period symptoms and emotions in autism
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study looks at how menstrual cycle symptoms affect emotions in women with autism, borderline personality disorder, or PMDD. It aims to understand these connections to improve care.
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Who can take part
- You are a woman aged 18 to 45 years old
- You have regular menstrual cycles (cycles last 25 to 35 days and vary by less than 7 days)
- You are not using hormonal birth control (except a non-hormonal copper IUD) and have stopped any hormonal contraception for at least 3 months
- You have a smartphone with internet access
- You have a diagnosis of autism (without intellectual disability), borderline personality disorder, or PMDD (confirmed by a specific interview)
- You do not have certain other conditions like a psychotic disorder, bipolar disorder, severe substance use disorder, or intellectual disability (IQ over 70)
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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