Through the State Opioid Response IV, SURSI & AHCCCS are expanding adolescent treatment across Arizona. Project ATLAS equips providers with training & resources to bridge gaps, strengthen practices & improve youth outcomes. 📚 sirc.asu.edu/recovery-sup...

Healing is possible when young people feel supported, connected, and understood 💜 By strengthening protective factors we can help youth build pathways of resilience to help them thrive. #RecoveryMonth #HopeAndResilience #YouthSupport

🗣A Phase 1 trial shows virtual reality–based Mindfulness-Oriented Recovery Enhancement (MORE-VR) may reduce cravings, boost mood, and support medication-assisted treatment for opioid use disorder. Find the study on the last slide! 💡 #OpioidUseDisorder #RecoverySupport #VirtualReality #Mindfulness

Check out our newest products: the Treatment Modalities for Adolescent SUD Brief and the Adolescent SUD Myths & Facts Brief. Access our product webpage by scanning the QR code or following this link: sirc.asu.edu/recovery-sup... #educationalresources #adolescentsud #recoverysupport

Treatment isn’t one-size-fits-all. 🌟 Research shows that adapting care to each person leads to better outcomes. From relatable materials to trauma-informed, flexible approaches, personalized treatment keeps people engaged and moving forward in recovery. #SUDTreatment #RecoverySupport

The Hands on Overdose Prevention Education for Students (HOPES) Project is an effort sponsored by SAMHSA’s Pacific Southwest ATTC and conducted by Arizona State University's Substance Use and Recovery Support Initiatives (SURSI)! #overdoseprevention #communitycollege #ArizonaStateUniversity

You are invited to attend Zero Overdose's Overdose Safety Plan Training for Youth-serving Providers and Mentors on September 23rd, 2025 from 2:00pm-3:30pm Phoenix Time Zone. LINK: zoom.us/j/93368230959 #overdoseprevention #youthoverdose #freetraining

September is National Recovery Month! Recovery is possible, and there are evidence-backed treatments for supporting our adolescents. Check out our QR code on the last slide for more information on effective treatment and support options. 💜🫂 #RecoveryMonth2025 #RecoveryJourney #AdolescentRecovery

Hope is stronger when we face challenges together. The newest data from the National Survey on Drug Use and Health (NSDUH) shows that people with mental health conditions often experience higher rates of substance use, a mix that can increase suicide risk. 💙 #SuicidePreventionMonth

The NSDUH 2024 shows hope: teen past-year SUD dropped 1.4% since 2021. Still, 7.8% of teens live with SUD and need access to evidence-based care. Progress matters, but it’s not time to slow down. 💭 #NSDUH2024 #AdolescentHealth

The UCLA Neuropsychiatric Institute and Hospital (NPIH) is celebrating it’s 50th anniversary. 🎉 Join them for this FREE live virtual training on Contingency Management: Implementation of Highly Effective Intervention for the Treatment of Stimulant Use Disorder. Date: Monday, Sept. 15th @10AM PDT

Recovery doesn’t have a single definition, it is shaped by our stories, struggles, and strengths. SAMHSA describes it as “a process of change” that supports health and a meaningful life. In light of this, lets honor the many ways people define and live their recovery. 💜 #RecoveryMonth2025

💜 Behind every number is a loved one, a story, a life cut short too soon. 💜 At ASU SURSI, we are committed to raising awareness, sharing tools, training, and support that empower communities to prevent overdose and save lives. #InternationalOverdoseAwarenessDay #EndOverdose

👉 Don’t miss the Arizona Regional Opioid Summit on Sept 11! Maria Hu will lead a session on polysubstance use & evidence-based treatment for stimulant use disorder. Register: tinyurl.com/AZROS2025 Qs: [email protected]

Our pups are more than pets, they’re family. 🐾 Because dogs explore the world nose-first, their curiosity can sometimes put them at risk, which is why it’s important to know naloxone isn’t just for people. 🐶 Share this with a fellow dog lover! ❤️ #NationalDogDay #NaloxoneSavesLives

Reminder! Join us Sept 5, 12–1pm (AZ time) for an adolescent-focused SUMMIT ECHO. Dr. Natasha Mendoza will share findings from a statewide survey on adolescent treatment needs in AZ. Register via QR code or here: tinyurl.com/summitecho

A recent study shows social media has potential as a tool for recovery. 💬 40% of people in treatment used online groups for support, with women more likely to engage than men. More research is needed to explore the impact of digital communities on recovery! #SubstanceUse #Research #RecoverySupport

💉 Researchers are developing vaccines to help fight opioid addiction! NIH HEAL studies show they can train the immune system to block opioids, reducing long-term use and overdoses with minimal side effects, offering extra protection alongside FDA-approved treatments. #NIHHEAL #PublicHealth

🗣 Join us Wednesday, September 3rd at 3PM PDT to learn about the use of naloxone for opioid overdose response in adolescents from Dave Schad. FREE CEs/CEHs. Register: tinyurl.com/adolnaloxone Hosted by ASU SIRC & PSATTC. #Naloxone #OverdosePrevention #AdolescentSUD #ContinuingEducation

🗣 Sept 9 @ 3PM PDT — Join Elizabeth Athens to learn strategies for engaging community partners to strengthen behavioral health services on community college campuses. Free CEs. Register: tinyurl.com/HOPESWeb1 #SAMHSA #BehavioralHealth

Washington University Ph.D. candidate Kelley McCall seeks American Indian/Alaska Native adults (18+) with opioid use or suicidal thoughts/behaviors experience. Complete a 10-min survey + 60–90-min virtual interview: washu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...

🎥 Powerful stories of recovery in CA’s Recovery Incentives Program—created with UCLA ISAP, CA Dept. of Health Care Services, Q2i & program sites. See how contingency management changes lives: vimeo.com/1092526189?s...

🗣 Sept 9 @ 3PM PDT — Join Elizabeth Athens to learn strategies for engaging community partners to strengthen behavioral health services on community college campuses. Free CEs. Register: tinyurl.com/HOPESWeb1 #SAMHSA #BehavioralHealth

Join us Sept 5, 12–1pm (AZ time) for an adolescent-focused SUMMIT ECHO. Dr. Natasha Mendoza will share findings from a statewide survey on adolescent treatment needs in AZ. Register via QR code or here: tinyurl.com/summitecho

SURSI now has a webpage for all our educational products. Download or order in one place! New: Treatment Modalities for Adolescent SUDs & Adolescent SUD Myths & Facts briefs. Scan the QR code or visit: sirc.asu.edu/recovery-sup...

Too many patients leave the hospital without the treatment they need. SAMHSA’s new 2025 advisory shows that hospitals can legally start or continue methadone treatment, even without being an opioid treatment program (OTP).

Self‑care isn’t one‑size‑fits‑all. For teens, family expectations, school stress & social pressures shape how they recharge. Help them find healthy coping tools, journal, move, talk. Pause today and ask: “What do I need right now?” #SelfCareDay #CopingSkills #TeenMentalHealth

*Registration Open* Register TODAY for Guam’s Sixth Annual Behavioral Health and Addictions Virtual Conference!! Link: lnkd.in/gt6GayhD

Cannabis related hospitalizations are on the rise in Arizona, with links to mental health concerns - especially in adolescents and older adults. Swipe through our post to learn more from recent statewide data! 📊 #HealthTrends #ArizonaData #PublicHealth #SubstanceUse #CannabisUse #MentalHealth

Mercy Care and Zero Overdose are providing overdose safety plan training! Register by scanning the QR codes or use the links below: -July 24th tinyurl.com/MercyCareW1 -August 14th tinyurl.com/MercyCareW2

Join the NW Rural Opioid TA Collaborative on Wed, July 16 at 12pm PST for a webinar on Contingency Management (CM) in rural practice, featuring lived experience. Learn how CM supports recovery from stimulant use. Register: tinyurl.com/NWROTACM #RuralHealth #CM #Recovery

As you plan for the Fourth of July, remember teens may be more likely to encounter substances like alcohol or cannabis. Long weekends and less supervision can raise the risk. A quick check-in or honest convo can go a long way. 💬 #TalkTheyHearYou HarmReduction #FourthOfJuly

Social support from community, peers, & trusted adults is a powerful protective factor for youth. Prevention starts with understanding why substance use happens. Every adolescent with SUD has a story shaped by social determinants. Thanks for joining our 5-week campaign!

Join us tomorrow at 3pm PDT! See post for registration link.

Stigma, silence, and systemic barriers still block access to care for many communities of color. Bebe Moore Campbell broke barriers to remind us: healing needs action, equity, and truth. Affirmation: My voice matters. My healing is important. #EndTheStigma

Where teens live matters! Unsafe neighborhoods, unstable housing and transportation, and limited resources can result in substance use. Strong, healthy communities can help prevent and protect youth! 🏠

The fight for freedom didn’t end in 1865. This Juneteenth, check out books by Black authors on how the war on drugs became a war on Black America and support your local Black-owned bookstore. 📚✊🏾 #JuneteenthReading #DrugPolicyReform #WarOnDrugs #BlackLiberation

When teens face barriers to healthcare, they're less likely to receive timely, effective treatment for substance use. From insurance gaps to long wait lists, these obstacles put vulnerable youth at greater risk. #YouthMentalHealth #SubstanceUseAwareness #HealthEquity #AccessToCare

🗣Join us July 2nd at 3PM PDT to hear from Dr. Justin Harty about these important service connections. Register Here: tinyurl.com/BridgingSyst... Hosted by the ASU SIRC SURSI in collab. with the PSATTC) FREE CEs/CEHs offered. #SAMHSA #ProfessionalDevelopment #ContinuingEducation

This week’s social determinant is education access and equality! Having a supportive school environment with strong student-teacher relationships helps to build lifelong skills and reduces the substance use in adolescents. Education is much more than just learning, it’s prevention!

Join the FREE in-person 21st Annual Phoenix Area IHS Behavioral Health Conference “Crossroads: The Intersection of Native American Culture and Clinical Practice,” August 26-28, 2025 in Phoenix, AZ. To register online, click here www.surveymonkey.com/r/AUG25REGPABH

There’s no quick test to spot stimulant misuse but behavior changes can be a big clue. 💡 Look out for high energy, mood swings, or sleep issues. Checking in can make a huge difference. #KnowTheSigns #SubstanceUsePrevention #YouthSupport

SAVE THE DATE: Join Guam's 6th Annual Behavioral Health & Addictions Virtual Conference on Sept 25–26, 8:00am–2:30pm ChST. Free and held during National Recovery Month. Registration details coming in July. Time zone chart available for your region.

Health is more than doctor visits. It’s shaped by income, housing, education, support, and access to care. Economic hardship can increase stress and limit resources—raising youth risk for substance use. #SocialDeterminantsOfHealth #YouthSubstanceUse #HealthEquity #SupportYouth

Pride is more than rainbows. Real support means using the right pronouns, creating safe spaces, and connecting LGBTQ+ teens with affirming care. It's not who they are—it's how they're treated. Your support matters. 🏳️‍🌈 #PrideMonth #SupportLGBTQYouth #LGBTQ #LGBTQWellness

Closing SOON: Saturday, June 14th Help shape adolescent substance use treatment in Arizona! ASU's SURSI is gathering input from service providers & community members. Take our brief survey to share your insights. Must be 18+. 🔗 Learn more below & access the survey here: tinyurl.com/AdTxSMSurvey

📰 Stay informed with ASU's Opioid Initiatives! Get monthly updates on webinars, workshops, resources, and more. 🌟 Don't miss out—subscribe today to stay engaged and empowered! 💪 Link: tinyurl.com/ASUSURSI

🌡️ Phoenix heat is no joke. Whether you’re unhoused, working outside, or running errands, cooling centers are open across the Valley. Find one near you. Scan the QR code and stay safe out there! 🌞 #HeatRelief #StayCool #CoolingCenters #BeatTheHeat #CommunitySupport

Mental health and substance use go hand in hand but strong support makes a difference. 💬 Talk 👂 Listen 🤝 Stay connected. Everyone needs someone who cares without judgment. Who helped you feel seen growing up? 💙 #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth #ChildrensMentalHealthAwarenessDay #988Lifeline

🌺 May is AANHPI Heritage Month! These diverse communities aren’t a single story. 👥 Grouping them hides real differences—including in substance use. The good news: Most AANHPI youth feel proud of who they are, which supports mental health. #AANHPIHeritageMonth #StopAsianHate #PublicHealth