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“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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“You Can Help” Trainings

Workshops for Campus Communities

Fraternity and Sorority Life

Faculty Guide to Supporting Student Mental Health

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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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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

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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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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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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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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  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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  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
  
  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.
  View More
- As a Supporter
  
  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.
  View More
- Student Engagement
  
  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.
  View More
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  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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Mental Health Resources for Diverse Identities

Whether it’s seeing a culturally competent therapist, joining a BIPOC support group, or curating a social media feed that reflects your identity, there are many ways to seek out support that leaves you feeling seen and heard.

These resources were curated with diverse identities in mind and have been reviewed and approved by a JED clinician.

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Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI)

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Black/African American

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Latiné

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American Indian/Alaska Native

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Get Culturally Competent Support

The Benefits of a Therapist Who Understands Your Cultural Background

How to Find a Culturally Competent Therapist

Therapists for Diverse Identities

Mental Health Organizations for Diverse Identities

Finding Culturally Competent, Affordable AAPI Mental Health Care

Getting Mental Health Support in Black Families

How to Get Mental Health Care When Your Latiné Family Is Not Supportive

Connect With Your Community

Making Mental Health an Open Conversation in Your Latiné Family

How to Support Social Justice Without Hurting Your Mental Health

How to Talk About Your Mental Health With Your AAPI Parents or Family

Finding and Creating a Supportive Latiné Community

Celebrating Your Black Identity Is Self-Care

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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.