Nonprofit working to support the emotional health of teens and young adults.
What We Do:
The Jed Foundation (JED) is a nonprofit that protects emotional health and prevents su***de for our nation’s teens and young adults. How We Do It:
Our evidence-based, comprehensive public health approach equips teens and young adults with the skills and knowledge to help themselves and each other, strengthens schools’ mental health and su***de prevention policies, programs and systems,
22/03/2023
Thank you, PSEG in Hoboken, New Jersey for recently glowing green to raise awareness for JED’s inaugural Neon Nights peer-to-peer fundraiser at Stevens Institute of Technology on March 30! JED Senior Manager of Community Engagement Dr. Thea Zunick, a Hoboken resident, was so excited she snapped a photo!
We appreciate all the love from this community in support of youth and su***de prevention.
Learn more about Neon Nights. Visit https://bit.ly/3T2A5b3
20/03/2023
ICYMI: We sat down with digital creator, Kalista Dwyer in our latest JED Voices interview. Kalista talked about her experiences living with OCD, going into everything from diagnosis to treatment, and how to be true to yourself and your story along the way.
Watch the full interview now: https://bit.ly/3Jrjidv
Kalista Dwyer: Living with OCD (Full Interview) | JED Voices Kalista Dwyer is a successful digital marketer and social media content creator. She's also living with obessive compulsive disorder (OCD), a mental health c...
20/03/2023
“Be kind to yourself a little more every day.” - Dua Lipa
18/03/2023
ICYMI 👀 We had a great conversation with Branching Minds about student in , including how JED’s resources help to identify areas of need and support students.
Missed the live event? Access the free recording 👉 https://hubs.la/Q01DQck-0
Mobilizing Communities to Support Mental Health In this webinar, join The Jed Foundation and Branching Minds to discuss the impact of mental health on student success and how schools, parents, and communities can work together to create a supportive environment for students.
17/03/2023
“Communities of care are essential in supporting young people through tragedies,” says JED’s Chief Medical Officer Dr. Laura Erickson-Schroth. Laura spoke to Liann Herder of Diverse: Issues in Higher Education on how colleges and universities can support their students impacted directly, or afar, by tragedy.
Read the full article 🔗
Breaking the Silence: Mental Health and Trauma on Campus In the wake of campus shootings, the mental health and wellbeing of students, faculty, and staff can be deeply impacted.
17/03/2023
Binge drinking is so common—especially on college campuses—that it can sometimes seem like that’s just what drinking looks like.
But here’s what you need to know about the risks of binge drinking, how to know when it’s a sign of a bigger problem, and how to stop. Swipe ➡️ for the info.
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17/03/2023
What’s a book you have read that changed your life?
We experience anxious feelings for a reason, and we will all face moments of anxiety at one time or another. Stephanie Cherestal, Ph.D. reminds us that anxiety is normal, but it does not have to last forever — there are effective treatments to help you manage your anxiety and make sure it does not keep you from living your life the way you want to.
16/03/2023
“When we invest in education, we also decrease stigma,” says JED Expert Dr. Khadijah Booth Watkins. She recently spoke with Luria Freeman of NowThis on the rising Black youth su***de rates and ways communities of care can step up to provide equitable, and specific, access to .
Dr. Booth Watkins, Associate Director of the MGH Clay Center for Young Healthy Minds at Massachusetts General Hospital, discussed how systematic racism exacerbates mental health concerns for Black teens and young adults who face daily violence, abuse, and discrimination. She also advises educators, caregivers, medical experts, and mental health professionals on the signs and symptoms that Black youth may exhibit when they are struggling, as well as how culturally competent care is critical to ensuring they feel supported, heard, and valued.
Watch the segment with Dr. Booth Watkins 🔗 bit.ly/3kXZXbu
Child Psychiatrist on How to Address Su***de Among Black Youth Black children aren’t getting the mental health care they need, says this child psychiatrist, as the U.S. sees an increase in rate of su***de among Black you...
16/03/2023
HAPPENING TODAY 📣 Free with Branching Minds to learn:
✔️ Why and how student mental health impacts learning and development
✔️ How districts and schools can use JED’s comprehensive framework to identify areas of need and build support for staff and students
✔️ Specific programs, practices, and resources for promoting student well-being in schools and classrooms
Save your spot for this important conversation ⬇️
https://hubs.la/Q01DQck-0
Mobilizing Communities to Support Mental Health In this webinar, join The Jed Foundation and Branching Minds to discuss the impact of mental health on student success and how schools, parents, and communities can work together to create a supportive environment for students.
15/03/2023
“One of the best medicines you can ever give your body is a good night’s sleep,” said JED Senior Clinical Director of Knowledge & Advising Dr. John Dunkle. John was interviewed by Audacy’s 1010 WINS for and outlined the important link between rest and for teens and young adults so they can function at their best.
To listen, visit
2023 Sleep Awareness Week: Sleep Health Is Mental Health | The Jed Foundation JED Senior Clinical Director of Knowledge & Advising Dr. John Dunkle interviewed by 1010 WINS Listen to Dr. John Dunkle, JED Senior Clinical Director of Knowledge
13/03/2023
It’s here 🙌 Digital creator, Kalista Dwyer’s full JED Voices interview. Kalista sat down with comedian Liz Miele and talked about her experiences living with OCD, going into everything from diagnosis to treatment, and how to be true to yourself and your story along the way.
Watch the full interview by clicking on the 🔗: https://bit.ly/3J5duWQ
13/03/2023
“They’re facing a different world,” said JED Chief Medical Officer Dr. Laura Erickson-Schroth as she sat down with Emily Barger of NowThis to talk about the recent rise in concerns for teens and young adults. Dr. Erickson-Schroth discussed the gaslighting of today's youth, as well as why additional mental health resources and support are needed now more than ever.
Watch the full interview 🔗 bit.ly/3YCcHm3
Kids Are More Depressed Than Ever — Here’s What We Can Do ‘They’re facing a different world than we did’ — Youth mental health hasn’t plummeted in a vacuum. Here’s what’s contributing to that steep decline. (warning...
13/03/2023
🚨New Webinar Alert🚨 Happening 3/16, Mobilizing Communities to Support Mental Health. A free webinar with Branching Minds about how can support students’ mental health and promote well-being in schools.
Register 👉 https://hubs.la/Q01DQck-0
Mobilizing Communities to Support Mental Health In this webinar, join The Jed Foundation and Branching Minds to discuss the impact of mental health on student success and how schools, parents, and communities can work together to create a supportive environment for students.
13/03/2023
In our recent JED Voices release, digital creator, Kalista Dwyer speaks about navigating day-to-day life with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) while educating others about it.
Click on the 🔗 to watch the interview: https://bit.ly/3YKPjmr
13/03/2023
“Don’t try so hard to fit in, and certainly don’t try so hard to be different. Just try hard to be you.” - Zendaya
12/03/2023
JED’s Chief Medical Officer Dr. Laura Erickson-Schroth was interviewed by Sherri Gordon at Parents about how to handle tragedy at your child’s college campus. Dr. Erickson-Schroth shared ways to support youth, even from miles away.
Read the full article 🔗
How to Handle Tragedy on Your Child's College Campus The Michigan State University shooting struck fear into the hearts of parents across the country. While college shootings are rare, there are ways to navigate these tragedies with your student.
11/03/2023
: JED’s Chief Medical Officer Dr. Laura Erickson-Schroth spoke to Cory Smith of Sinclair Broadcast Group about the recent CDC report on su***de rates, what these findings mean for specific communities, and how to seek help if you are struggling with your .
🔗 to article here:
Su***des increase after 2 years of declines Su***des increased after two years of declines and approached the high seen in 2018, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
10/03/2023
Read JED CEO John MacPhee's editorial for Slate.com about how the exodus of American educators leaving their jobs, aka “The Great Resignation,” interconnects with the rise in student concerns.
He talked candidly about schools being communities of care for many young people and how the education system can leverage support from the government and community-based efforts to address these issues during times of need.
Complex work needs to be done. Educators must be valued. Schools must prioritize comprehensive and evidence-based approaches.
To read the full article, visit bit.ly/3Jue7ui
The Education Trend That Is Exacerbating the Youth Mental Health Emergency The timing couldn’t be worse.
10/03/2023
Tag someone who never fails to make you laugh.
09/03/2023
JED’s CMO, Dr. Laura Erickson-Schroth, walks us through what a substance use disorder really is, its symptoms, and what kinds of treatments are available to young adults dealing with substance use disorders: https://bit.ly/420aMdK
Substance Use Disorders: How to Get Help as a Young Adult Recognizing substance use disorders isn't always easy — any substance that impacts your brain can lead to a substance use disorder, and anyone can develop on...
08/03/2023
Kalista uses her platforms to share her journey with OCD and create space for more conversations about mental health. She speaks honestly about the severity of her OCD while making room for positivity, the hope of recovery, and other more light-hearted discussions that feel true to her experience.
Click on the 🔗 to listen to the honest JED Voices conversation now: https://bit.ly/3kLqcC8
Choosing the content you consume is important to your 💙 Kalista Dwyer shares how she protects her peace on social media by being selective about what she watches and who she follows.
07/03/2023
On March 30th, Neon Nights will host its inaugural event at Stevens Institute of Technology! Dr. Thea Zunick, JED Senior Manager of Community Engagement, and Jenna Giesecke, a Stevens undergrad, talked to Stephanie Spear from The Hoboken Girl about how this peer-to-peer fundraiser will allow students to glow for mental health, raise essential funds for su***de prevention nationwide, and open up a conversation among students to remind all they are never alone.
Read the full story 🔗 bit.ly/3Za7HpL
Hoboken Will Be Lit Up for Stevens + JED Neon Nights Stevens Institute in Hoboken will host Neon Nights in March, an event designed to bring awareness to mental health on campus.
06/03/2023
Content creator Kalista Dwyer was diagnosed with OCD at the age of 10. She shares her journey with managing her OCD, seeking real treatment, and taking the time she needed to focus on managing her mental health.
Click on the 🔗 to listen to the honest JED Voices conversation now: https://bit.ly/3F2CRHv
06/03/2023
Content creator Kalista Dwyer opens up to comedian Liz Miele about her experience living with obsessive-compulsive disorder and shares some of the earliest symptoms of her OCD.
Click on the 🔗 to listen to the honest JED Voices conversation now: https://bit.ly/3SVRFO6
06/03/2023
“You are never too small to make a difference.” - Greta Thunberg
03/03/2023
Today, the City of New York Government Mayor Eric Adams announced a sweeping agenda to expand access to culturally competent mental health care, support New Yorkers in crisis, and save lives with the ambitious “Care, Community, Action: A Mental Health Plan for New York City.”
JED CEO John MacPhee was invited to attend in support this three-pronged plan focusing on family and children mental health, substance misuse, and expanding serious mental illness supports, including its specific focus on youth su***de prevention.
We are proud to be one of the many deeply collaborative partners embarking on this precedent-setting moment with New York City, including the NYC Mayor's Office, NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene, New York City Department of Education, and many other city departments, agencies, and nonprofit mental health organizations.
This plan will allow young people to thrive and truly have access to the care they need.
As a New York City-based non-profit, JED’s support of this new initiative in mental health care and equitable solutions for New Yorkers is even more special.
Read more about this plan 🔽
www.nyc.gov/mentalhealthforNYC
03/03/2023
Tag someone who has made a positive impact on your mental health.
02/03/2023
Anorexia is a dangerous disease, but it's entirely possible to heal – especially with help from friends, family, and professionals. Rebecca Eyre, MA, LMHC, JED Expert, shares more about anorexia nervosa, including factors that can cause it, symptoms, and how you can get help.
Check out our YouTube playlist now for more JED expert videos: https://youtu.be/gwS5HijhCu4
Anorexia Nervosa: Causes, Symptoms, and the Road to Recovery If you think you might be living with anorexia nervosa or know someone who is, it can be really scary. Anorexia nervosa is an eating disorder that typically...
We’re thrilled to have chatted with digital content specialist and mental health advocate, Kalista Dwyer for an upcoming JED Voices conversation. Kalista shares her journey with OCD (obsessive-compulsive disorder) and how she protects her own mental health on a daily basis.
Make sure to have your notifications on 🔔 as we share Kalista’s conversation in the coming weeks.
01/03/2023
Today is the start of . It’s important to reach out to a friend you are worried about and offer your support—or reach out to an adult you trust and ask them to help.
Swipe ➡️ for how to start a convo with a friend.
Click on the link for the full guide to talking to a friend about self-injury: https://bit.ly/3IYsbfp
27/02/2023
For we’re talking about how boy neutrality help can with body image. Improving your body image starts with shifting your focus away from changing your body to changing your relationship to it. Body positivity and body neutrality are two strategies that can help you begin to change your perspective and feel better in your body.
Click on the 🔗 for the full article: https://bit.ly/3lXJO6f
27/02/2023
"We all have mental health in the same way that we all have physical health. It’s OK to have depression, it’s OK to have anxiety, it’s OK to have an adjustment disorder.” - Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex
We’ve partnered with Lemonada Media, an award-winning podcast network that wants you to talk about mental health. We’re looking for 16–24-year-olds to be in a new podcast spotlighting what it means to be you today.
Click on the link for more: https://bit.ly/3xq9RFs
24/02/2023
Tag someone who inspires you to be your best self.
24/02/2023
📣 STUDENTS: Bring your voices to Capitol Hill during the annual 3-day DC Student Summit March 12-14 hosted by LeadMN, Young Invincibles, and the Today’s Students Coalition.
▪️ Explore our nation’s capital
▪️ Meet with members of Congress + staffers
▪️ Learn tips on how to hold effective meetings with politicians
▪️ Play the legislative training game
▪️ Learn how to tell your story effectively
▪️ Collaborate with national partners in higher education
REGISTER for an experience you won’t forget: https://bit.ly/3HaawAW
Hear from JED CMO, Dr. Laura Erickson-Schroth, who shares some practical advice to keep in mind if you choose to start a conversation about a friend's drug or alcohol use.
23/02/2023
JED advocates for equitable support within schools, the justice system, and communities, in addition to eliminating systemic barriers to mental health care. Read our new POV here: https://bit.ly/3KqkjEK
22/02/2023
We are grateful to have been designated as a charitable partner of Rinna Beauty. Proceeds from Lisa Rinna’s beauty brand will help continue JED’s works to equip young people with the life skills and mental health support needed for themselves and others while strengthening schools and mobilizing communities.
Read the full announcement at the 🔗 bit.ly/3HOFD3D
