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

Being a teen or young adult is a challenging and confusing time.

Your young person is not quite an adult but also not a child anymore. They’re going through so much emotionally and physically, and are just trying to figure life out. But there’s a difference between normal growing pains and struggle. If you notice that your teen or young adult is struggling emotionally, there are ways to help. These tips and tools are here to help you recognize the problem, start a conversation, and provide the support they need.
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My Students

Students are struggling with their mental health more than ever.

As an educator, we know that you want to support your students’ mental health and emotional well-being but you might not always know how. If you notice that a student is struggling emotionally, there are ways to help. These tips and tools are here to help you recognize the problem, start a conversation, and provide the support they need.
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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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Telling Positive Stories About Mental Health

JED Chief Medical Officer Dr. Laura Erickson-Schroth interviewed by Pilar Alessandra for On the Page.

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Dr. Erickson-Schroth, psychiatrist, writer, and activist, discusses positive and negative portrayals of mental health issues in film and television.

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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.

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Telling Positive Stories About Mental Health

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