The Jed Foundation

Suicide is a leading cause of death among college students - and it's preventable.

For immediate assistance: contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (8255)

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Active Minds

Active Minds is the nation's only peer-to-peer organization dedicated to raising awareness about mental health among college students. The organization serves as the young adult voice in mental health advocacy on over one hundred college campuses nationwide.
Suicide Prevention Action Network

Dedicated to preventing suicide through public education and awareness, community action and federal, state and local grassroots advocacy.

Support College and Youth Suicide Prevention »
Ask your Congressman to support the Garrett Lee Smith Memorial Act.
Support Armed Forces Suicide Prevention »
Ask your senators to help prevent suicide among armed forces.

Foundation Releases Legal Resource »
Leading experts contributed to the Foundation’s comprehensive guide to legal issues colleges face.
Troubled Students »
Newsweek’s college issues highlights The Jed Foundation’s innovative efforts to engage students on mental health.
AP Poll: Stress pains many in college »
The Jed Foundation, mtvU and the Associated Press poll students and find that stress is a major issue.