IAPMD Peer Support
The power of peer support is incredible, and we know just how important it is to reach out and speak with others who understand Premenstrual Disorders. International Association for Premenstrual Disorders (IAPMD) Support is available in several ways, all free and accessible.
You're not alone. Join a community and be part of a supportive space.
No matter where you are in the world, you are welcome here.
Since our founding over a decade ago, IAPMD has supported over 1.5 million individuals across one hundred countries, offering evidence-based information, connection, and hope. As a longstanding force in the PMDD and PME space, our early and sustained efforts have helped shape understanding, inform care, and build community, working toward a world where those affected by PMDs don’t just survive but truly thrive.
Peer support is the #1 rated form of emotional support by those living with premenstrual disorders (PMDs).
1 in 3 people with PMDD and/or PME report no mental health provider who understands premenstrual disorders (PMDs).
What are the benefits of peer support?
Peer support is an increasingly recognized, evidence-informed tool that complements traditional medical and mental health care. For those living with PMDD or related conditions, connecting with others who truly get it can provide a powerful sense of validation and belonging.
Engaging in peer support can reduce feelings of isolation, boost self-esteem, and empower individuals by sharing coping strategies and lived experiences. It also helps improve knowledge, attitudes, and beliefs about managing symptoms, fostering greater confidence and a sense of control.
While peer support is not a replacement for clinical care or therapy, it offers something uniquely valuable: emotional and psychological support from someone who’s walked a similar path. Though more PMDD-specific research is needed, peer support is increasingly being acknowledged as a meaningful and effective layer of care.
“Peer Support is speaking to people who understand your struggles. Peer Support is finding your tribe.”
— Chandra 🤍
“You’re in a room full of people who get it. You’re not alone. It’s a space where you don’t have to try and explain or justify your PMDD struggles, because you’re with people who understand.”
— Nia 🤍
“To me, peer support is about connection, empathy, and empowerment.”
— Aaron 🤍
In Crisis? You're Not Alone.
At IAPMD, we believe that no one should have to face premenstrual disorders alone. While we provide information and community support, we are not a crisis service and cannot offer professional mental health care.
If you are in immediate danger or need urgent help, please visit HelpGuide.org’s “Find Help” page.
HelpGuide is a trusted nonprofit resource that connects people worldwide to mental health crisis lines, helplines, and suicide prevention services in their region.