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Shalene Gupta - The Cycle: Confronting the Pain of PMDD and Periods

Season 2, Ep. 6

In the upcoming episode of The PMDD Podcast, we feature a remarkable woman from the US who penned the book "The Cycle: Confronting The Pain of PMDD and Periods." Shalene Gupta, an established writer, journalist and author, delve's into her journey of writing this insightful book, shedding light on her personal experience with PMDD.


Additionally, you'll hear from her husband, Usheer, as he joins the conversation to candidly discuss how PMDD has profoundly impacted their relationship. This episode offers a compelling narrative of resilience, love, and understanding in the face of a challenging condition. 


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