Managing Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS) Symptoms Using Acupressure and Sweet Corn-Moringa Pudding Among Adolescent Girls in Karawang Regency
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Putri Azzahroh
Anni Suciawati
Irna Trisnawati3
Research indicates that 95% of women experience one or more premenstrual symptoms during their reproductive years (Armour et al., 2018). Data from the World Health Organization (2020) indicates that the prevalence of premenstrual syndrome (PMS) in the reproductive age group is 53% (Geta et al., 2020). Symptoms are generally mild to moderate, but some women experience severe symptoms that substantially affect daily activities, a condition known as premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD), with an incidence of approximately 5% to 8%, and symptoms include extreme mood swings, anxiety, depression, and severe physical symptoms (Yonkers et al., 2008).
PMS in adolescent girls can impact mental well-being, quality of life, and academic achievement. The morbidity of PMS is related to its severity, chronicity, and the resulting distress that can impact work, personal relationships, and daily activities (Ranjbaran et al., 2017).
Strategic efforts to reduce PMS symptoms involve pharmacological approaches, including the administration of pain relievers/antidepressants/hormonal medications when needed, and non-pharmacological strategies, including lifestyle changes such as light exercise, maintaining a healthy diet and reducing caffeine intake, consuming vitamin and mineral supplements, relaxation therapy, and getting enough rest (Casper & Robert F, 2025).
The objective of this PKM project is to determine the effectiveness of acupressure massage and consuming sweet corn moringa pudding on premenstrual syndrome in adolescent girls. This research is crucial to provide evidence-based evidence regarding the effectiveness of these two interventions as complementary and innovative approaches to improving the reproductive health of adolescent girls in Karawang Regency.
The outcomes of this activity include increased knowledge and skills in managing PMS symptoms, and publication of scientific articles on community service in accredited national journals. Furthermore, there is a reduction in PMS symptoms (such as pain, mood swings, and fatigue) in adolescent girls after the intervention.
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