JED Releases New Report on the Emotional Health of Young Men and Boys
The newly released report explores the current landscape of stress and mental health for boys and young men, gaps in resources for this population, and recommendations for how to improve their emotional well-being.
Mental health challenges among boys and young men represent a critical public health issue. Although general population studies often indicate that women report higher rates of anxiety and depression, suicide remains the second leading cause of death for young people between the ages of 10 and 34, and the suicide rate among males in this age group is about 3.5x higher than that of females.
The report, The Emotional Lives of Boys and Young Men: A Guide for Families and Communities, which is grounded in literature, input from a diverse group of experts working in the field and young men, and informed by a social listening project examines the pressures and mental health challenges boys and young men face, how they feel empowered to show and cope with emotion, and future directions for helping boys and young men thrive in a time when they are feeling socially disconnected, pessimistic about the future, and invisible. The report is made possible by the Morgan Stanley Alliance for Children’s Mental Health.
Join JED and the Morgan Stanley Alliance for Children’s Mental Health on Wednesday, May 27, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. ET for a free virtual webinar
Young people are navigating a rapidly shifting world. Boys and young men face unique challenges in defining what it means to belong, be resilient, and ask for help. As rates of distress rise and traditional expectations collide with new online and offline stressors, how can families and communities better support their mental health and help them thrive?
The Morgan Stanley Alliance for Children’s Mental Health invites you to join us for a timely conversation on key factors shaping the mental health of boys and young men highlighted in a new report, The Emotional Lives of Boys and Young Men: A Guide for Families and Communities, from The Jed Foundation (JED), including:
Identity, masculinity, and social norms
Meaning, purpose, and mental health challenges among boys
Digital experiences, including influencer engagement, gaming, and gambling
Practical tips for parents and caregivers
Joan Steinberg, president of the Morgan Stanley Foundation and CEO of the Alliance for Children’s Mental Health Advisory Board, will moderate a conversation with Dr. Katie Hurley, vice president of community initiatives at JED and author of Breaking the Boy Code: The New Playbook for Raising Resilient Boys.
Date: Wednesday, May 27, 2026
Time: 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. ET
5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. BST
Format: Virtual
To view event information and register for this event, please click here.
Webcast details will be shared before the event.