Aim: The aim of this study was to determine the relationship between primary dysmenorrhea and personality characteristics. Methods: 115 health professionals working in university hospitals were included in the descriptive and cross-sectional study. Data were collected by individual identification form, visual analog scale and Cervantes personality scale. Results: No significant relationship was found between personality traits and primary dysmenorrhea in the study. It was found that pregnancy status decreased primary dysmenorrhea, smoking, having a family history of dysmenorrhea and experiencing tension before mesturation did not affect primary was determined that drug use was high (62.6%) in coping with primary dysmenorrhea. Conclusion: In the study, it was found that primary dysmenorrhea was not affected by personality traits. It is concluded that physiological factors are handled in primary dysmenorrhoea, and coping methods should be taught to people with scientific data.