IAPMD-Moderated Online Support Groups
Need someone who truly understands what you’re going through? Join any of our six IAPMD-moderated Facebook Support groups, which are open 24/7. These groups allow individuals living with PMDD/PME and their partners, parents, or friends to connect, share experiences, and support one another in a safe, moderated environment by trained peer facilitators who have personal experience with PMDD or PME.
No matter where you are in the world, you are welcome here.
🌎 Global PMDD & PME Support Group
A private space for anyone touched by PMDD/PME—or anyone who wants to understand it better. Whether you’re a patient, partner, friend, or healthcare provider, you’re welcome here to learn, share experiences, and offer support.
👩👧 PMDD & PME Moms Support Group
A supportive community exclusively for mothers managing PMDD—moms-to-be are welcome, too! If you’re a parent living with PMDD, join us for a safe, supportive space to share experiences, find resources, and navigate the unique challenges of motherhood together.
💫 Young PMDD & PME Support Group
A safe community for young people living with PMDD or experiencing PME. Navigating these challenges at a younger age can feel isolating—here, you’ll find peers who understand your journey, share advice, and offer support in a safe, age‑appropriate space.
🇨🇦 Canada PMDD & PME Support Group
A private support group for those in Canada to connect with fellow patients, share experiences, exchange advice, and find community and information with others who genuinely understand PMDD and PME.
👨👧 Parents of PMDD & PME Support Group
A safe and supportive group for parents of children and young people living with PMDD and/or PME (Premenstrual Exacerbation). This space offers connection, guidance, and understanding.
🌱 PMDD, Oophorectomy, Hysterectomy, and Life After Support Group
A closed group for those with PMDD who are considering, undergoing, or recovering from surgery as a last-line treatment option—a space for shared experiences and support.
📌 Disclaimer: Please be aware that while our group administrators and moderators work hard to maintain a safe and supportive environment in the IAPMD-Moderated Peer Support Groups, any information or content shared in an online support group may not be fully confidential.
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 🤍
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