u/AnarchyStockingXO

Does anyone else who gets periods notice they spiral more around ovulation or when they’re on their period? I feel like my symptoms get progressively worse during those times, and sometimes it’s like even my medication can’t keep up with the mood swings. 😕

I also have PMDD, so I’m sure that doesn’t help.
Just wondering if anyone else deals with this and what your experience is.

Anyone remember? We pissed our teachers off singing this in the hallway in Middle School. Good times….

It seems my worst spirals almost always happen at night. Once everyone has gone to bed and I have no one to call or text, I’m alone with my thoughts, and my mind just goes into overdrive. It makes it nearly impossible to relax or fall asleep.

Not long ago, I broke down crying for zero reason. I also sent a few manic texts to my parents, even though I know they are probably both asleep. As soon as my mind cleared and I realized what I’ve done, I apologized immediately knowing they’ll both see it in the morning, and I feel terrible. Tonight isn’t the first time these nighttime manic spirals happened, and I’m so tired of repeating the cycle. I have no idea why it happens.

The strange part is that I’m usually completely fine during the day. It’s like I’m Jekyll and Hyde, with Hyde only showing up at night. I feel so fucking alone with this. Any advice?