I Need Help
It’s an Emergency

If you or someone you know needs to talk to someone right now, text, call, or chat 988, the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, for a free confidential conversation with a trained counselor 24/7.

You can also contact the Crisis Text Line by texting HOME to 741-741.
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Mental Health Resource Center

Explore Feelings & Situations
Learn How to Get Help
Practice Self-Care
Help a Friend

Common Topics & Questions:

Anxiety

Relationships

Sadness & Depression

Stress

Suicidal Thoughts

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High School Programs & Resources

JED High School

Popular Resources:

“You Can Help” Trainings

Let’s Talk NYC

Workshops for School Communities

High School Educator Guide to Supporting Student Mental Health

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Higher Education Programs & Resources

JED Campus

Popular Resources:

“You Can Help” Trainings

Workshops for Campus Communities

Fraternity and Sorority Life

Faculty Guide to Supporting Student Mental Health

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I Want to Help
My Friend

Friendship is all about looking out for each other.

We’re in a unique position to notice when our friends are having a hard time, and to take action to support them. If you’re worried that a friend is struggling emotionally, trust that instinct. Use the tips and tools below to help you recognize a problem, start a conversation, and follow through with your support.
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My Teen/Young Adult

Parenting a teen or young adult can be both rewarding and challenging.

Your young person is navigating the demands of school, work, and relationships while trying to figure life out — and you’re trying to help them become a resilient young adult. Explore JED’s resources to help you recognize mental health warning signs, start meaningful conversations, and know the difference between normal growing pains and distress so you can provide the support your child needs.
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My Students

As an educator, you can play a powerful role in supporting student mental health.

You don’t need to be a mental health professional to spot signs of distress and connect your students to resources. These tips and tools can help you recognize students who are struggling, start a conversation, and support them on their journey to feeling better.
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As a Supporter

When you support JED, your gift has a dramatic impact on teens and young adults. They receive emotional support, connectedness, and the skills and perspective to put their own mental health first. There are many ways you can support our life-changing work.
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Student Engagement

Are you a student interested in mental health and suicide prevention?

Are you interested in learning more about JED’s mission? Are you looking for ways to be an ambassador or leader as it relates to student mental health? JED has many ways for you to stay connected through our resources and educate yourself and those around you.
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Fundraise for JED

When you fundraise for The Jed Foundation, you make a difference in the lives of our nation’s teens and young adults by supporting programs and campaigns that provide education and resources that protect emotional health and prevent suicide.
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JED Senior Clinical Director Dr. Michael on Postvention Services

JED Chief Clinical Director, Dr. Kurt Michael, speaks to Wisconsin Public Radio on postvention services and how local community members can support students amid recent suicides at the University of Wisconsin-River Falls. Listen to Dr. Michael speak here at 29:14.

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Get Help Now

If you or someone you know needs to talk to someone right now, text, call, or chat 988 for a free confidential conversation with a trained counselor 24/7.

You can also contact the Crisis Text Line by texting HOME to 741-741.

If this is a medical emergency or if there is immediate danger of harm, call 911 and explain that you need support for a mental health crisis.

JED Senior Clinical Director Dr. Michael on Postvention Services

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