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October 10, 2018 Press Release

The Jed Foundation Warns of Devastating Youth Mental Health Impact as Senate Advances “One Big Beautiful Bill”

Urges Lawmakers to Reject nearly $1 Trillion in Medicaid Cuts  New York, NY — The Jed Foundation (JED) today issued a stark warning following the

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October 10, 2018

Your Voice Matters – World Mental Health Day

Sharing stories is one of the best ways we can spread awareness about mental health. When we read or hear an inspiring story,...

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Blog

October 4, 2018

Decompressing

We know that the news these days might be stressful and anxiety provoking. While stress isn’t always a bad thing, it can sometimes reach...

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September 25, 2018

Suicide Prevention: Can We Click to Reduce the Risk?

The awareness dates this fall including National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month and World Mental Health Day are opportunities for us to better understand...

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Press Release

Press Release

September 6, 2018

“Seize the Awkward” Partners with Leading Digital and Social Media Companies, Social Influencers, a Tony Award Winning Musical to Empower Young Adults During Suicide Prevention Awareness Month

Ad Council’s first partnership with Twitch will include a three-day charity livestream Additional partners include Billboard, CMT Group, Dear Evan Hansen, Goodtype, Reddit,...

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Press Release

August 22, 2018

JED and University of Massachusettes Medical School Find Unmet Mental Health Needs Among College Graduates Entering the Workforce

New research and recommendations on “real life” stresses and concerns during crucial transition from college to career In partnership with the University of...

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August 14, 2018

JED’s Summer Interns Share Tips for Reducing Back to School Stress

We’re The Jed Foundation’s interns! As the summer winds down and fall approaches, we know it can often feel stressful and overwhelming to...

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July 16, 2018

Implications for JED on the CDC report about rising suicide rates

The CDC recently released concerning data about suicide rates in the US up to 2016. The numbers show that overall the suicide rate...

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July 3, 2018

2017 Jerry Greenspan Student Voice of Mental Health Award Honoree: Matthew Argame

Matthew Argame – California State University, Long Beach Matthew Argame is a graduating senior at California State University, Long Beach (CSULB) studying religion...

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July 3, 2018

2018 JED Student Voice of Mental Health Award Honorees: Max and Sam

Meet Max and Sam! Together, Max Rothman and Sam Orley have helped developed the Wolverine Support Network. This student organization, launched in winter...

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Press Release

Press Release

June 26, 2018

MOD Pizza Introduces Its First Impact Pizza and Partners with JED to Combat Teen Suicide

MOD Pizza, a purpose-led fast casual pizza brand, is introducing its first “Impact Pizza” in all 350+ stores across the US. The Isaac...

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June 21, 2018

Statement on the Care of Immigrant Children

The Jed Foundation is deeply concerned by recent reports about the care and management of children who are immigrating or seeking asylum in...

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News

June 13, 2018

$1 Million Matching Grant to Expand JED’s High School Programming

Jolene McCaw, a director of The Jed Foundation, has pledged $1 million in matching funds to support and expand JED’s high school programming...

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