Anxiety and Depression Association of America

ADAA
Our mission is to promote the prevention, treatment, and cure of anxiety and mood disorders, OCD, and PTSD through education, practice, and research. Hi friends, join me in making a difference by supporting a good cause! I'm raising money for Anxiety and Depression Association of America and any donation will help make an impact. Thanks in advance for your contribution to this cause that means so much to me. 

why this means so much to me 
Growing up i had always struggled with anxiety. Anxiety had not only controlled my life but has made me the person i am today. From yoga to working on my self growth i’ve learned to walk with my anxiety by my side holding its hand. It’s made me the confident, hardworking and devoted person i am today. Being a young teen and struggling with mental illness has made many feel like they are completely alone. I want to not only normalize anxiety and depression but to show that i’m here with you. This organization has made its mission to change lives by creating educating courses and programs to show that you are not alone in this! Let’s all be here 4 each other.

***Anyone who donates or put in contribution will be able to join a yoga class taught by Lori Schaer, participants will learn breath work, meditation and asanas. Location and date to follow! 
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I don't think there is anyone who has not been effected in some way by everything that has gone on this past year. With stress, anxiety and depression on the rise I think it is important to get people the help they need so we can move forward and move past these crazy times. On June 27th I will be running 35 miles fully self supported to help raise money for this cause. If you are fortunate enough to be able to make a donation, you will be making a difference and improving the lives of people who need help. All donations will go to ADAA (Anxiety and Depression Association of America) Please pass this message on so we can begin to move past these troubling times and build a better community for us all.

Check out my Instagram @ChrisMarcel2020 to keep up with my training and also see live updates during the run!

More information about Anxiety and Depression Association of America: Our mission is to promote the prevention, treatment, and cure of anxiety and mood disorders, OCD, and PTSD through education, practice, and research.

Hello! Thank you so much to everyone who donated and contributed to our cause! Running 681 miles, fundraising $1,725, and spreading a positive message regarding mental illness throughout the month of May, we all truly impacted our communities and helped the Anxiety and Depression Association of America. With depression affecting 20 percent of adolescents by the time they become adults, and anxiety disorders harming 1 in 3 of all adolescents ages 13 to 18, it is so important that we continue to prioritize our well being and that of those around us. We encourage you to greet each day with a cheerful attitude and a smile! Stay safe, healthy, and happy! 

Hello! We are high school student athletes looking to raise awareness regarding mental illness and support the Anxiety and Depression Association of America. As COVID-19 spreads, each community is not only being challenged to combat the virus physically but also mentally. We are optimistic that with your help, we can positively impact others during these hard times. We are members of Georgetown Visitation’s mental health awareness club, Visi Minds Matter, and as we are no longer able to meet in person, we thought what better way to help others than through our love of fitness and newly imposed free time. 

Throughout the month of May, in honor of mental health awareness month, we will be running for a cause! Each member of our team has set a goal for the number of miles they wish to run and will work to achieve her goal by May 31st. “Track” us on our Instagram account, @visimindsmatter, and cheer us on as we attempt to go the extra mile!

Your support can make a difference. Given the unique circumstances we would be extremely grateful for your sharing our page or donating if you’re able.

Interested in learning more about the Anxiety and Depression Association of America? Visit their webpage using the link below.

https://adaa.org/about-adaa

 

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I'm trekking 100 KM @ Cotopaxi, an active volcano in Ecuador raising money to benefit Anxiety and Depression Association of America.
All donations will help make an impact.

Thanks in advance for your contributions.

More information about Anxiety and Depression Association of America: Our mission is to promote the prevention, treatment, and cure of anxiety and mood disorders, OCD, and PTSD through education, practice, and research.

UPDATE:
You can now purchase various campaign designs (like the cover art) on here:
https://society6.com/jaspersproject

Buy shirts, mugs, phone cases or many more items with campaign designs on them and half of the earnings will be donated to this fundraiser!

Every design was carefully created by Verena L. (@saffinski ) and will look good on any item.

Thank you to everyone who has donated so far. You are really making a difference and we couldn't be prouder of this community.

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On May 10, 2017, aired an episode of the CW's post-apocalyptic show "The 100" that made the hearts of the audience drop - 16 year old Jasper Jordan, beautifully portrayed by Devon Bostick, found a tragic end in the arms of his best friend due to an overdose after suffering from severe PTSD for a majority of the show. Thousands of viewers had followed his emotional journey, hoping for a story of healing and recovery, when Jasper was promised in the Season 3 finale by his best friend that "We will be happy again." Thus the more heartbroken we all were when we watched this beautiful character take his own life.

Compelling storylines for mentally ill characters in media are scarce and hardly ever have a positive outcome. Suicide is still the No. 1 choice of writers and producers when it comes to ending the story of a mentally ill character. This sends an incredibly harmful message to viewers: "If you're mentally ill and struggling with suicidal thoughts, give in to them. It won't get better anyway."
But we won't stand for this anymore. We won't accept that our rare representation in media is discarded like that over and over again. Just because it is harder to write a convincing story of learning to live with a mental illness, doesn't mean it shouldn't be done. We turn to TV shows and movies to make us feel better, to inspire us, to give us hope. Our stories need to be told -- and our fight is far from over.

In the wake of Jasper Jordan's death, a character whose heartfelt and raw story of trauma and pain inspired many, we want to make a change in the real world and raise money for the Anxiety and Depression Association of America (ADAA) . This international nonprofit organization is a leader in education, training, and research for anxiety, OCD, PTSD, depression, and other related disorders. Please donate and help this cause for a better tomorrow for people suffering from a mental illness. Every amount helps.

Our struggle is not a sad side note in someone else's story. We deserve love, support, and healing.

In honor of Jasper Jordan.
We WILL be happy again.



   -- Ariane R.,  Verena L.,  Lily B.