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Introduction: Premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD) is a cluster of emotional, and physical symptoms PMDD is a more serious and severe premenstrual condition that affects about 5% of women during their reproductive years. Although PMDD, like PMS, may include physical symptoms, it always involves a worsening of mood that interferes significantly with the woman�s quality of life. A severe form of PMS is known as a premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD). Aim and objectives: The study was aimed to assess the prevalence of PMDD among early adults of MSSW and also to identify the effect of education qualification, BMI range, effect of eating habits such as intake of meat, skipping meals and consumption of fried food, with PMDD. Materials and methods: The study was conducted at Madras School of Social Work, Chennai a total of 72 students were analyzed with a simple random sampling method. Data was analyzed using SPSS 20.0 version. Results: The result of the study showed that education qualification, i.e.) post graduates have positive significance with the PMDD indication. It is evident that certain disparities in the eating habits also have contribution to those respondents who has indication of PMDD. Conclusion: Premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD) is a severe problem with women of reproductive age, which may have contribution to the physical and the emotional experiences of the women, together with similar symptoms appearing in severe form compared to PMS. The effect of changed lifestyle, food habits, and education has impact on the menstrual disorders, including Premenstrual dysphoric disorder. The aim of the study is to analyze prevalence of PMDD and the association with the above said factors.