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The Jed Foundation
and the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention
Announce plans to come together to prevent suicide across the lifespan and bring hope to those affected by suicide loss or risk.
Info and advice, with no judgment
Relationship Problems
Hopelessness
Loneliness
Self-Injury Issues
Weird or Off
Apathy
Sadness and Depression
Anxiety
Stress
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When you become a monthly donor, you’re helping young people when it matters most — today, tomorrow, and beyond. Donating monthly is also the most convenient and efficient way to support JED — more of each dollar goes directly to our work to prevent youth suicide.
Latest Updates
The Jed Foundation and the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention Announce Intent to Merge As Equals
JED Releases Promising Original Analysis of Youth Suicide Data
JED and Science to the People piloting AI tool for mental health communication
OUR MISSION
The Jed Foundation (JED) is a nonprofit that protects emotional health and prevents suicide for our nation’s teens and young adults.
Equipping Individuals
JED equips teens and young adults with the skills and knowledge to help themselves and each other.
Strengthening Schools
JED partners with high schools, districts, and colleges to strengthen their mental health, substance misuse, and suicide prevention programs and systems.
Mobilizing Communities
JED encourages community awareness, understanding, and action for young adult mental health.
Mobilizing Communities
Choosing Myself Over the Version I Pretended to Be
Texas Youth Advocacy Coalition Fellow Ivanna Sintes spent years performing happiness to survive. Now she’s learning that self-acceptance, not perfection, is what truly heals.
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If you or someone you know needs to talk to someone right now, text, call, or chat
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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.