Co-Designing a Psychotherapy Program for Negative Premenstrual Change

About this study

About the study

The purpose of the study is to understand people’s experiences of negative premenstrual change, priorities for professional support, and preferences for a psychotherapy program.

In particular, we would like to explore how you think and feel about your body during the premenstrual phase of the menstrual cycle and what options for support you would like.

Answers from this survey will inform a short psychotherapy program tailored to individuals living with negative premenstrual change.

Research TeamMegan Buys, Dr Alex Hawkey, Dr Samantha Ryan, Prof Jane Ussher
InstitutionWestern Sydney University - Translational Health Research Institute
Ethics Approval NumberH15891
Funding SourceWestern Sydney University
Project Start Date1 January 2024
Project End Date31 December 2025
ParticipantsWho can participate?

We want to hear from people aged 18 to 45 in Australia who are currently experiencing negative premenstrual changes. A good understanding of both spoken and written English is necessary for participation.
What is InvolvedWhat does this study involve?

You will be asked to fill out a survey which will include questions about you, your experiences with negative premenstrual change, your support priorities, and your preferences for therapy addressing negative premenstrual changes. The survey will take approximately 15 minutes to complete.

https://surveyswesternsydney.au1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_3n6wHAg67vq39Z4

The second phase of the study involves an interview to discuss these issues in more depth, the opportunity to take part in the psychotherapy program and provide feedback about your experience of undertaking the program. If you are interested in this, you will be asked to provide contact details at the end of the survey. We will contact you to discuss the psychotherapy program in more detail.
LocationSydney, Aus
Contact Details

m.buys@westernsydney.edu.au

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