Maria is a 38-year-old client who experiences depression, mood swings, and abdominal cramps each month right before her period. Her symptoms are so severe that she has had to miss many days of work in the past year. Which of the following conditions would best explain Maria's symptoms?

A) Premenstrual syndrome
B) Premenstrual dysphoric disorder
C) Polycystic ovary syndrome
D) Turner syndrome

Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder

A severe form of premenstrual syndrome characterized by significant mood disturbances and physical symptoms.

Premenstrual Syndrome

A collection of physical and emotional symptoms that occur in many women 1-2 weeks before menstruation.

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

A hormonal disorder common among women of reproductive age, characterized by irregular menstrual periods, excess hair growth, and polycystic ovaries.