Table 1 Content of the different modules

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Module 1: Psychoeducation about PMS/PMDD and its aetiology

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Module C1: Psychoeducation about the role of thoughts and the relationship to feelings and behaviour (cognitive triad)

Module B1: Psychoeducation about the interrelation between stress and PMS and learning of relaxation techniques

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Module C2: Transfer to PMS-specific context

Module B2: Psychoeducation about the interdependency between alimentation, sport and PMS

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Module C3: Restructuring of dysfunctional cognitions

Module B3: Integration of sports into daily life by motivational plans and strategies

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Module C4: Psychoeducation about PMS-specific myths and application of learned cognitive strategies

Module B4: Balanced diet and implementation into daily life

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Module C5: Psychoeducation about helpful thoughts and development of new appraisals

Module B5: Psychoeducation about the influence of stress-related errors in reasoning

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Module C6: PMS-specific behaviour (healthcare utilisation, protection, communication)

Module B6: Training of consumption and implementation of positive activities into daily life

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Module 8: Review of the training and relapse-prevention