It seems like once a month my husband withdrawls from me and my daughter. He gets really down, almost depressed. He doesn't want to talk to his family or friends. He can't sleep, and barely eats. It usually lasts for a few days, and then he just snaps out of it. What is the deal? Any other men that go through anything similar that can give some insight? I just don't know what to do anymore. It makes me feel really sad to see him that way. What can I do to help?
2006-10-05 14:15:51 · 14 answers · asked by Diane A 2 in Family & Relationships ➔ Other - Family & Relationships
I don't know if it is PMS but I go threw something I am 53 been like this for a while.Don't like myself or Any one around me I don't know what it is just thought I was just a @ss but maybe not thank you all for coming up with an excuse .
2006-10-05 14:50:23 · answer #1 · answered by Douglas R 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Guy's do have something similar to PMS actually, like a little influx of hormones or whatever. Not all guys, but some do and with some it's worse with others. Try talking to him during that time and see if it's not a deeper rooted problem that only shows up in him once in a while. If it seems to happen for no reason, and he dosen't even know why he's upset, it's probably nothing. You could also suggest some therapy if you think that it's because of something he can't get out to you. It's prob not a big deal. Just make sure to investigate into his mind and make sure he's not hiding something.
2006-10-05 21:20:10 · answer #2 · answered by alley 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Well, there are studies that show that men (especially in certain age ranges) go through biochemical changes every month as well. These biochemical changes have to do with a very real chemical imbalance- which, affects the levels of testosterone in males.
If this seems to be a constant cycle with your husband, and he seems to be that negatively affected on a consistant basis- you might want to consult a doctor who can run a series of tests and prescribe some medication to help eleviate the imbalance (if it is found to be the case).
Sometimes, people with anxiety issues, stressful jobs, even some slight depressions can go through similar phases. You may want to have your husband try to pinpoint what (if anything) he experiences on a regular monthly basis in home/work life. Could it be that there is something that happens at work say...the third week of every month that contributes to more stress/demands? Is there something in his personal or home life that does?
These are the questions that you would need to ask yourself and him! Be open with him about your concerns, ask questions about his routine- sometimes, even him keeping a short line or two of journal entries each day for a month can track/graph a sort of 'trend' in things that may be pretty revealing factors in his monthly down times!
For more information and clincal facts about men's hormonal imbalances- please visit the following link:
strive4impact.com
Health and happiness to you both!
:)
2006-10-05 21:24:31 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
My husband does the exact same thing! It's just so frustrating! It's almost like his PMS is worse than mine is!
As our PMS is based on the circles of the moon, it could be the same for men. Have you tried charting it to see if he does it at the same time every month? Maybe he doesn't cope well in the full moon.
I've heard that if people are feeling 'antsy' around a full moon, they should wear, or hold on to, a piece of Jade as it has calming effects!
2006-10-05 21:19:17 · answer #4 · answered by Dreamer 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes i believe they do around about the same time every month my husband gets really cranky. very moody. its usually around about the same time i get mine. i don't know if any genius ever studied this but i think they should. than maybe it would explain his attitude. and so they can make some midol for them. so the answer to your question is yes i think men get PMS they just don't get all the same symptoms we do, again another thing they are lucky about.
2006-10-05 21:24:52 · answer #5 · answered by HEATHER O 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It would be nice to think that men would know what that experience was like for a woman (then they might understand us more) but as far as I know its not physically possible. Although in my own life experience sometimes you would think some do, lol. I would like you to take note, I said SOME
2006-10-05 21:22:29 · answer #6 · answered by tassie 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
"But these are symptoms reported by men, not women. New research suggests men suffer from pre-menstrual-style symptoms, in some cases as badly as women."
You might find this article helpful. Wishing you the best.
2006-10-05 21:20:32 · answer #7 · answered by ~Angel~ 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
what are your PMS symptoms? are they like your husband's? he might be feeling the same as you do every month. guys do it when we're pregnant, so it's not hard to imagine they would do it with our PMS' as well.
2006-10-05 21:20:49 · answer #8 · answered by latgal73 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I was not aware of any monthly hormonal events for men but I guess it may be possible.
2006-10-05 21:17:56 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have heard that men have PMS also....I am not too sure if this was a rumor or fact.
2006-10-05 21:18:02 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋