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October 10, 2018 Press Release

Megan Thee Stallion Says “Check In On Your Friends” in New PSA with Seize the Awkward

Grammy Award-Winning Artist & Philanthropist Joins the National Campaign Encouraging Young Adults to Reach Out to Each Other NEW YORK, NY (September 26, 2023) –

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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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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 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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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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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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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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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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January 17, 2018

How You Can “Seize the Awkward” and Why You Should

We’re excited to announce the launch of our new campaign, Seize the Awkward, in partnership with Ad Council and AFSP. Check out the...

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