September is National Suicide Prevention Month,
September 1, 2024

HDRF observes Suicide Prevention Month every September. All month, mental health advocates, prevention organizations, survivors, allies, and community members unite to promote suicide prevention awareness. Together we emphasize that suicide is a serious but preventable public health crisis that requires action at all levels of society. It starts with our conversations with each other. This month is a chance to fight stigma, spread hope, and share vital information.

Ninth Annual Race of Hope to Defeat Depression in Southampton Breaks Records!,
August 9, 2024

The Hope for Depression Research Foundation’s (HDRF) Ninth Annual 5K Race of Hope brought together 1000 men, women, and children on Sunday, August 4 in Southampton Village in support of research and mental health awareness.

“Stop Procrastinating and Reach Your Full Potential” – HOPE Summer Seminar with Dr. Peter Freed,
August 5, 2024

On August 1st, the HDRF held their third annual HOPE Summer Seminar in Southampton, NY. HDRF Founder Audrey Gruss moderated the discussion with acclaimed psychiatrist Dr. Peter Freed, founder of Slothzero, a company dedicated to helping people stay motivated.

HDRF Honors Mental Health Awareness Month with Second Annual NYC Teen Race of Hope,
May 24, 2024

The Hope for Depression Research Foundation’s (HDRF) second annual Teen Race of Hope united more than 350 teenagers and their family members, friends, and teachers on Sunday, May 19th at Pier 76, Hudson River Park. The goal of the event is to raise awareness about the crisis in youth mental health in the U.S. and fight the stigma that still surrounds mental health.

HDRF Featured on CBS News’s Breaking the Stigma: Loneliness,
March 7, 2024

We are pleased to announce that Hope for Depression Research Foundation (HDRF) and our signature Teen Race of Hope was featured on a special CBS segment last night: Breaking the Stigma: Loneliness.

You can watch the segment here.