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June 11, 2018
A Statement on New CDC Data on Increase in Suicide Rates
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control released news about the continuing increase in rates of suicide across the U.S. in recent years. In light of...
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June 11, 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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June 8, 2018
A Statement on Kate Spade, Anthony Bourdain and New CDC Suicide Data
Every suicide death is a tragedy. In recent days we have lost two well-known and admired figures to suicide Kate Spade and Anthony...
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June 6, 2018
Kate Spade: Condolences and Resources
We are deeply saddened by the loss of Kate Spade. Our hearts go out to her family, friends, colleagues and everyone touched by...
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June 4, 2018
The Jed Foundation Hosts 17th Annual Gala
Inspiring Event Celebrates Those Who Protect The Mental Health of Our Nation’s Youth NEW YORK, June 4, 2018 /PRNewswire/ — The Jed Foundation...
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May 22, 2018
13 Reasons Why Season 2: Recommendations and Resources
Last spring the Netflix series, 13 Reasons Why, captured the attention of youth globally and created countless discussions among teens, families and schools...
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May 18, 2018
Statement from Experts on the Upcoming Release of 13 Reasons Why, Season 2
Last spring the Netflix series, 13 Reasons Why, captured the attention of youth globally and created countless discussions among teens and some between...
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May 7, 2018
5 Things Happening this Mental Health Month
National Mental Health Awareness Month This month, we’re honored to collaborate with great partners to amplify the conversation around mental health and provide...
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May 7, 2018
Managing health information within the student healthcare system
The decision to share confidential student health information among clinicians in the campus health center and counseling center also deserves consideration. Over the...
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April 21, 2018
The National Council for Suicide Prevention Hosts the First National Rally to Prevent Suicide on the Steps of the U.S. Capitol
Suicide is the 10th leading cause of death in the United States, and it’s preventable John MacPhee, JED Executive Director/CEO to speak at...
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March 24, 2018
What’s the best way to talk about gun violence with kids?
There have been 30 mass shootings in the US this year, as of Feb. 15. In the wake of one of the most recent and...
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March 12, 2018
JED Announces 2 Million Student Milestone For JED Campus Initiative
195 colleges are working with leading mental health and suicide prevention organization to support student well-being NEW YORK, March 12, 2018 /PRNewswire/ —...
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January 25, 2018
Mental Health Concerns Not a Focus in Preparing High School Students for College Despite Increased Risks: WebMD Collaboration with JED Seeks to Narrow the Gap
WebMD Collaboration with JED Seeks to Narrow the Gap NEW YORK, Jan. 25, 2018 /PRNewswire/ — Most parents do not focus on preparing...
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