Podcast

Navigating PMDD in Relationships: Insights from Aaron Kinghorn

Understanding PMDD Together

Ever felt like PMDD is taking over your relationship? You're not alone. Aaron Kinghorn shares his journey of supporting his wife, Jude, through PMDD. It hasn't been easy.

Recognizing PMDD as a Separate Entity

Aaron realized PMDD's impact while watching a TV show. They started tracking Jude's cycle. This helped them see PMDD as separate from their relationship. Reducing blame. Reducing shame. "PMDD might feel like your whole story, but it's just a chapter," Aaron says.

Communication is Key

The follicular phase is prime time. It's when communication flows better. "I feel like the follicular phase is more like leadership," Aaron shares. Plan. Strategize. Talk openly.

Managing PMDD with Strategy

Use symptom mapping tools. Track patterns. Plan during non-symptomatic periods. This helps manage PMDD better.

Love and Commitment Remain

Aaron co-authored a study on PMDD's impact on relationships. Love and commitment? Unaffected. "The aspects of love and commitment were completely unaffected," Aaron found. Love is powerful.

Caregiver Support is Essential

Partners need support too. Resources like IAPMD and support groups are vital. They offer guidance. Education. Help partners understand PMDD.

"Superheroes are powerful, but nothing is more powerful than her love."

The Bottom Line

PMDD is tough. But love? It's tougher. Recognize PMDD as separate. Communicate openly. Support each other. Work as a team.

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Key Quotes

"PMDD might feel like your whole story, but it's just a chapter, and you get to write what comes next."
"I think partners love them, that they have people close by them who really want to support them often, and who are trying their best in very difficult situations."
"The aspects of love and commitment were completely unaffected, you know, and they are synonymous."
"I feel like the follicular phase is more like leadership. It's like, where are we going? What's the direction?"
"Superheroes are powerful, but nothing is more powerful than her love."

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