Back to School: For Students

Whether you’re headed to high school or college, JED is here to help you lower stress, settle into your routine, and prioritize your emotional well-being. Check out these resources to start the year off on a positive, less-stressed note. 

 

Settle Into New Routines

Going to Campus Mindfully: How to Plan for a Supported, Connected, Less Stressful Year

Starting a new school year can feel overwhelming — but it can also be exciting. Get tips to manage stress so you can focus on getting organized, reaching your goals, and reconnecting with friends.

Check out tips

Campus Life: Get to Know Your New Home

There’s lots to consider when you arrive on campus, from how to get around to finding your favorite dining hall and study spots. Check out this list to make school feel more like home.

Get settled

Planning for Mental Health Challenges on Campus

New college experiences could get in the way of managing your mental health on campus. Use these strategies to prepare and stay healthy.

Start planning

Set Yourself Up for a Mentally Healthy and Resilient School Year

These practical strategies will help you build resilience and improve your mental health during the school year.

Get started

Ease Into Academics

Fostering Healthy Relationships With Professors

Professors can help you better understand course material, connect with your passions, and even help you in your career down the road.

Forge connections

How to Reduce Stress By Prioritizing and Getting Organized

If back to school is starting to feel like a neverending to-do list, these tips will help you figure out what’s most important and feel less overwhelmed.

Get organized

Take Care of Yourself

5 Ways to Stay Calm When You’re Stressed About School

With classes, sports, extracurriculars, and friendships, school can be a juggling act. Lean on these strategies when you’re stressed about managing it all.

Find your calm

Establish Your College Mental Health Resource Team

Here’s how to decide whether you should stay with your current mental health providers, plus mental health tips for college students.

Establish Your College Mental Health Resource Team

How to Deal With Homesickness in College

It’s normal to feel lonely and miss your friends, family, and old routines as you settle into your new home, but there are simple ways to feel better and more connected on campus.

Feel more connected

The High Schooler’s Guide to Getting Good Sleep

You’ll do better — and feel better — in school when you’re well-rested. Learn more about getting good sleep.

Sleep better

Mental Health Tips for High School Athletes

Get advice on managing the pressures of being a student-athlete and taking care of yourself during game time and beyond.

Prioritize your mental health

Cell Phone Ban in School? Here's How to Cope

Feeling stressed about your school’s new cell phone ban? Learn coping strategies to manage anxiety and navigate this change while protecting your mental health and well-being.

Cell Phone Ban in School? Here’s How to Cope

Find more resources to start the year strong in our Mental Health Resource Center.