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August 4, 2026 Press Release

YMCA of the USA and The Jed Foundation Collaborate on Comprehensive, Community-Based Mental Health Support for Young People

The new national partnership will bring expert technical assistance, coaching, and crisis planning to local YMCAs and their youth through training, resources, and strategic guidance.

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November 4, 2025

What You Need to Know: SNAP Benefits, Food Security, and Youth Mental Health

Due to the ongoing federal government shutdown, millions of Americans are not receiving their Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits. This impacts many...

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JED In The Media

October 30, 2025

Her 12-year-old son was talking to Grok. It tried to get him to ‘send nudes.’

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JED In The Media

October 30, 2025

Student Mental Health Challenges Persist

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JED In The Media

October 29, 2025

Character.AI announces major change to its platform amid concerns about child safety

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October 28, 2025

The Future of Youth Mental Health in the Age of AI: Insights from JED’s 2025 Policy Summit

By Rebecca Bauer At a time when artificial intelligence (AI) and shifting policy landscapes are redefining how young people receive care, The Jed...

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JED In The Media

October 27, 2025

As Federal Cuts Deepen Mental Health Crisis, Philanthropy Scrambles to Fill the Gap

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