ÖZLEM DOĞAN YÜKSEKOL, ZELAL KAYA, FEYZA NAZİK
Türk Fen ve Sağlık Dergisi - 2021;2(3):45-55
Purpose: The aim of this study was examine the relationship between PMS symptoms. and COVID-19-related psychological distress of nursing students in the COVID-19 outbreak. Material and Methods: The research is of cross-sectional type and was conducted on April 10-20, 2021. A total of 131 students were reached. Results: 77.9% of the students had PMS symptoms. During the pandemic, 15.3% of students reported an increase in the duration of PMS complaints, and 22% reported an increase in the severity of PMS complaints. A significant difference was found between the COVID-19 psychological distress scale and the PMS scale total score, irritability, pain, appetite changes, sleep changes and bloating means. Conclusion: It was found that students had negative changes in their menstrual characteristics and PMS complaints during the pandemic process. It may be recommended to identify and strengthen the measures that can be taken against the possible physical and psychological effects of the pandemic.
