Funds raised help to advance research regarding mental health supports for people suffering from PTSD.
The after effects of a bear attack in 2017 left Jeremy to overcome physical and psychological challenges, including post-traumatic stress disorder – a mental health condition caused by experiencing or witnessing a traumatic event. Because of the trauma, Jeremy experienced flashbacks, struggled to sleep and engaged in various forms of therapy. Five years after the attack, Jeremy finally experienced a breakthrough in his healing when he tried Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), which allowed him to sleep soundly through the night for the first time since the attack.
As a survivor and mental health advocate, Jeremy aims to support others suffering with PTSD. He actively shares his story across various mediums, including social media, podcasts and in-person events. In the fall of 2022, Jeremy released his memoir MAULED: Lessons Learned from a Grizzly Bear Attack, which details his experience.
Jeremy’s goal is to raise funds to advance research regarding mental health supports for people suffering with PTSD.
He seeks to fund research with two specific goals:
- Develop best practices to match evidence-based treatments with those who experience PTSD; and
- Help PTSD survivors successfully navigate the complex and confusing range of mental health supports made available to them.
Your gift will play a direct role in establishing an endowed fund that will transform mental health support for people living with PTSD. Join us in making a lasting impact on the lives of those affected by PTSD.
Learn more about Jeremy’s story, or listen to his podcasts, by visiting his website here: www.grizzlydude.ca
If by June 30, 2025, total donations exceed $25,000 but do not reach the minimum required to establish an endowed Chair in PTSD, the funds will be allocated to endow a student award specializing in PTSD. If total donations exceed $10,000 but fall short of the $25,000 minimum, the funds will annually support the student award. Should total donations not meet the $10,000 threshold, contributions will be directed to support mental health initiatives for students until the funds are completely depleted. The University is not obligated to return any portion of the gifts already received.
