An Analysis of Personal Indecisiveness and Problem Solving in Women with Premenstrual Syndrome: A Cross-Sectional Study in Turkey

Authors : Esra SABANCI BARANSEL, Tuba UÇAR, Esra GÜNEY

Pages : 245-253

Doi:10.19127/mbsjohs.934043

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Publication Date : 2021-08-31

Article Type : Research Paper

Abstract :Objective: Premenstrual syndrome insert ignore into journalissuearticles values(PMS); is a cyclical disorder that emerges at the luteal stage of the menstrual cycle, cognitive, emotional, and behavioral changes. This study was conducted to determine the relationship between premenstrual syndrome insert ignore into journalissuearticles values(PMS);, personal indecisiveness, and problem solving among female university students. Methods: This cross-sectional study was conducted with 1,157 female students in a university in the eastern region of Turkey. Data were collected using the Introductory Information Form, Premenstrual Syndrome Scale, Personal Indecisiveness Scale, and Problem-Solving Inventory. Students were classified as those who had PMS and those who did not based on the results of the Premenstrual Syndrome Scale. Results: Of the students in this study, 70.4% were found to have PMS. According to the logistic regression analysis, it was determined that the rates of indecision insert ignore into journalissuearticles values(OR:1.062);, being impetuous while making decisions insert ignore into journalissuearticles values(OR:1.063);, and being exploratory while making decisions insert ignore into journalissuearticles values(OR:1.055); were higher in students with PMS than students without PMS. Moreover, the rates of insufficient self-perception in solving problems insert ignore into journalissuearticles values(OR:.952);, being avoidant in solving problems insert ignore into journalissuearticles values(OR:1.084);, no self-confidence in solving problems insert ignore into journalissuearticles values(OR:1.066);, and acting without thinking while solving problems insert ignore into journalissuearticles values(OR:1.091); were higher among students with PMS compared to those who did not have the condition. Conclusion: The results of this study indicate that PMS was an important risk factor for indecisiveness and inadequacy in problem solving.
Keywords : Premenstrual syndrome, personal indecisiveness, problem solving, menstruation