ASU SIRC Substance Use and Recovery Support Initiatives (SURSI)

Help shape adolescent substance use treatment in Arizona! ASU's Substance Use & Recovery Support Initiatives (SURSI) is gathering input from service providers & community members. Take our brief (under 20 min) survey to share your insights. Must be 18+. ???Learn more below & access the survey here:?https://lnkd.in/gsFf3DkE

Link: https://lnkd.in/gu6i-Cqq ?? Stay informed with the latest updates from Arizona State University's Substance Use and Recovery Support Initiatives (SURSI) with our newsletter! The newsletter includes relevant announcements every month—webinars, workshops, educational resources, and more. Don't miss out! ?? Subscribe now to stay engaged and empowered. ?? #OpioidAwareness #ASUOpioidInitiatives #CommunityEducation #StayInformed #PublicHealth #SubstanceUsePrevention #RecoverySupport #HealthEquity #HarmReduction #OpioidCrisis #ASUResearch #AddictionRecovery #MentalHealthMatters #EndTheStigma #Wellness #HealthEducation #ArizonaCommunity #SafeCommunities #PreventionWorks #OverdosePrevention

On #InternationalWomensDay, we celebrate the women who have shaped our lives. Each with their own story of strength, love, and recovery. Whether it’s through overcoming struggles or building resilience, these women are the heart of our families and communities. Your journey is valid, and your impact is immeasurable. ?? #IWD #HonoringWomen #RecoveryJourney #YouAreEnough #CelebrateHer

Upcoming webinar series to be held by Drug Policy Alliance ?? This series will explore the new and emerging synthetic drugs in the United States, the harms faced by people who use drugs, changes to drug markets, and solutions to reduce overdose and other health risks. Keynote speaker: Nabarun Dasgupta, University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill Panelists: -Jaime Arredondo Lira, University of Victoria -Traci Green, Brandeis University -Alex Krotulski, Center for Forensic Science Research and Education -Sheila Vakharia, Drug Policy Alliance Moderator: Maritza Perez Medina, Drug Policy Alliance All session titles and registration links: -March 13, 2025 | 3:00pm – 5:00pm ET | Keynote and Panel 1: Understanding the Current Drug Supply | https://bit.ly/NewDrugs1 -April 10, 2025 | 3:30pm – 5:00pm ET | Panel 2: Addressing Myths, Misinformation, and Real Harms | https://bit.ly/NewDrugs2 -May 8, 2025 | 3:30pm – 5:00pm ET | Panel 3: Understanding Drug Markets | https://bit.ly/NewDrugs3 -May 29, 2025 | 3:00pm – 5:00pm ET | Panel 4: Scaling Up Drug Checking, Envisioning Safe Supply, and Exploring New Horizons | https://bit.ly/NewDrugs4

Today, March 6th, we recognize Black Balloon Day, a time to remember those we've lost to overdose and raise awareness about the impact of substance use. It’s a day to honor the lives of friends, family, and loved ones gone too soon. Why Black Balloons? ?? Black balloons serve as a symbol of loss, grief, and remembrance. Displaying one is a powerful way to show solidarity, support those affected, and keep the memory of those we've lost alive. #BlackBalloonDay #OverdoseAwareness #EndTheStigma #NDAFW

A recent study found that people receiving buprenorphine for opioid use disorder used less cannabis than those on naltrexone. Does this mean anything for treatment approaches? The relationship between cannabis and opioid treatment is complex, and research is still evolving. #OUD #MOUD #HarmReduction

Stable housing is more than just a roof—it’s a foundation for recovery. ?? When people have a safe place to call home, they can focus on healing, rebuilding, and thriving. Everyone deserves a safe place to heal and grow. Visit Arizona Department of Health Services to learn about Sober Living Home Licensing - https://lnkd.in/gtw5yrDC #SupportRecovery #StableHousingMatters #MentalHealth

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Empower yourself and your community with our FREE Overdose Prevention Guide! ?? Learn about about life-saving harm reduction strategies, a personalized safety plan, and crucial information on how to identify & respond to overdoses. Plus, resources tailored for Central Arizona! Knowledge is power - order yours now! *Empirically supported and vetted by medical advisory board. #EndOverdose #BreakTheStigma #SaveLives #carrynaloxone #carrynarcan #naloxonesaveslives #narcansaveslives #endoverdose #endoverdosenow #harmreduction #harmreductionsaveslives #harmreductionworks

Historical trauma doesn’t just live in history books—it affects stress, mental health, and coping today. In Black communities, generational trauma and systemic barriers have led to higher rates of polysubstance use. Healing, however, is possible through trauma-informed care, culturally sensitive services, and harm reduction strategies. #KnowYourHistory #BlackHealthMatters #BlackHistoryMonth