IJSR International Journal of Scientific Research 2277 - 8179 Indian Society for Health and Advanced Research ijsr-9-2-23979 Original Research Paper A CROSS–SECTIONAL STUDY TO ESTABLISH THE EFFECT OF STRESS ON MENSTRUATION AMONGST MEDICAL UNDERGRADUATES Thomas Edassery Dr. Akshita Mohan Dr. Sruthi George Cherian Dr. Dr. Shashank Gotarkar Dr. February 2020 9 2 01 02 ABSTRACT

Introduction: In this fast paced world, medical students are under constant stress due to academic encumbrance. Researches have proved that neuroendocrine system has an imperative role to play during stress. Thus, the endeavor of this research was to study the effect of stress on menstrual cycle and thereby creating awareness among the medical undergraduates.