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Mindfulness- and relaxation-based interventions decrease physical and psychosocial symptoms associated with premenstrual syndrome, resulting in an improved quality of life. Novelty: ClaimNovelty.SYNTHESIS. Consensus alignment: ConsensusAlignment.NEUTRAL.

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To synthesize existing evidence evaluating the impact of mindfulness- and relaxation-based interventions on the physical and psychosocial functioning of women experiencing premenstrual syndrome.

August 28, 2026Women & Health

Mindfulness- and relaxation-based interventions for Premenstrual Syndrome: A Systematic Review

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AOA ObembeCollege of Saint Mary JRJasmine RamosCollege of Saint Mary EREmily ReisCollege of Saint Mary

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Systematic review finds mindfulness and relaxation techniques reduce physical and psychosocial symptoms in women with premenstrual syndrome, highlighting their potential role in daily symptom care.

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To synthesize existing evidence evaluating the impact of mindfulness- and relaxation-based interventions on the physical and psychosocial functioning of women experiencing premenstrual syndrome.
Followed PRISMA guidelines to search five databases and two publisher websites for peer-reviewed intervention studies published between December 2015 and December 2025.
Identified 22 studies evaluating 1,598 reproductive-age women, comprising 13 randomized controlled trials, 7 non-randomized controlled trials, and 2 uncontrolled studies.
Examined interventions spanning 20 to 60 minutes per session, including progressive muscle relaxation (n=6), yoga (n=4), guided imagery (n=2), mindfulness-based cognitive behavioral therapy (n=2), occupational therapy, meditation, and counseling.
Mindfulness and relaxation interventions consistently reduced physical premenstrual symptoms, including pain and fatigue.
Interventions demonstrated improvements in psychosocial functioning, lowering levels of anxiety, depression, and stress while improving sexual function and overall quality of life.

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Obembe et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6a914642d15324a1df3a9caa https://doi.org/10.1080/03630242.2026.2719876

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August 28, 2026Women & Health

Mindfulness- and relaxation-based interventions for Premenstrual Syndrome: A Systematic Review

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Authors

AOA ObembeCollege of Saint Mary JRJasmine RamosCollege of Saint Mary EREmily ReisCollege of Saint Mary

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Implication

Systematic review finds mindfulness and relaxation techniques reduce physical and psychosocial symptoms in women with premenstrual syndrome, highlighting their potential role in daily symptom care.

Key Points

To synthesize existing evidence evaluating the impact of mindfulness- and relaxation-based interventions on the physical and psychosocial functioning of women experiencing premenstrual syndrome.
Followed PRISMA guidelines to search five databases and two publisher websites for peer-reviewed intervention studies published between December 2015 and December 2025.
Identified 22 studies evaluating 1,598 reproductive-age women, comprising 13 randomized controlled trials, 7 non-randomized controlled trials, and 2 uncontrolled studies.
Examined interventions spanning 20 to 60 minutes per session, including progressive muscle relaxation (n=6), yoga (n=4), guided imagery (n=2), mindfulness-based cognitive behavioral therapy (n=2), occupational therapy, meditation, and counseling.
Mindfulness and relaxation interventions consistently reduced physical premenstrual symptoms, including pain and fatigue.
Interventions demonstrated improvements in psychosocial functioning, lowering levels of anxiety, depression, and stress while improving sexual function and overall quality of life.

Cite This Study

Obembe et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6a914642d15324a1df3a9caa https://doi.org/10.1080/03630242.2026.2719876

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