Is it normal to be really depressed before i start my period?

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The day before I start my period, I get really depressed and emotional. I cry for hours and have really bad thoughts about myself. I also self-harm and think about suicide.

My friends and my counsellor says that it's not normal to be really suicidal when that happens and they suggested that I go on the pill (to regulate my hormones). However, I've heard from some people that it could make you worse so I really don't know what to do.

Is it normal to be like that before my period starts each month?
And what should I do about it? I don't want to be like that again because I might take it too far next time. I have no control over it. I'm so scared. Please help?

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  • YourQueen
    7 years ago

    I think it's normal to be emotional, hence pms, but it's not normal to feel the way you're feeling. Do you feel this way most of the time? I think you should consult your doctor.

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    • Anonymous Post Author
      7 years ago

      Yeah, I do often feel that way but it's always really bad when I'm about to have lady problems.

      Some people think that I have depression but I don't know if all of that is related to it or if it's just my hormones making me like that

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      • YourQueen
        7 years ago

        I think you should get checked out by a professional to see what's really going on.

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