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Understanding PMS: A Guide for Men on Hormones, Relationships & Self-Silencing

Podcast · 27 min · Jul 16, 2025 · Dr. Brendan McCarthy

About this episode

Welcome to the podcast with Dr. Brendan McCarthy! PMS isn’t just a hormone issue—it affects relationships too. In this episode, Dr. McCarthy breaks down how hormone shifts impact emotions, communication, and connection. It’s a message for men who want to understand what’s really going on—and how to show up better. 💡 Topics: Why PMS can trigger relationship tension The science behind progesterone and mood How self-silencing builds resentment What actually helps (and what doesn’t) If this episode helps, share it with someone who needs to hear it. 💻

This content is for education and is not medical advice. It does not replace an evaluation with a licensed provider, and no one should start, stop or change a medication on its basis.

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