Stand UP AJ

06/02/2026

Whether something small is bothering you or you are being treated in a hurtful way, an
"I" Message can help you express how you are feeling. No one can argue with how something makes you feel.

🗣️ Check out this template to guide you if you are struggling to express yourself

📲 Our Youth Toolkit provides tools needed for problem solving, problem prevention, communication, self advocacy, Check it out here ▶️ standupaj.org/youthtoolkit

06/01/2026

Fear of being judged and/or discriminated against can prevent people from getting the help they need. Stigma is complex due to various societal and research definitions, including the fact that it comes in many different forms.

❌ Stop the blame.
❌Stop the shame.
❌Stop the stigma.

05/31/2026

: Create Your Dopamine Menu ✨

Instead of spending hours doom scrolling and ending up more drained, make your own “dopamine menu” this week. Here is a starter list of healthy little things that help you feel calm, happy, energized, or connected.

Your menu could include:
☀️ Going outside for 10 minutes
🎵 Listening to a comfort playlist
📚 Reading a few pages of a book
🎨 Drawing or creating something
🚶 Taking a walk
📱 Texting a friend instead of endless scrolling
💧 Drinking water + having a healthy snack
😂 Watching one funny video instead of 50

Small mood boosts matter. Building healthy coping habits helps strengthen resilience and supports overall mental wellness.

📝 Journal Prompt:
“What activities help me feel recharged instead of drained?”

05/30/2026

Taking an active role in your kids' online activities helps ensure that they benefit from them without being exposed to the potential dangers - drug dealers, cyber bullies, identity theft, and more.

👉 Find out what apps or social media they use - ask questions, show interest, learn how the apps work, and become part of that world so that you can be aware of what's going on in their lives.

📲 Care to learn more about different apps, along with the risks and benefits for children and young people? Check out the resources on this website today: https://www.internetmatters.org/resources/apps-guide/

05/29/2026

HELP SAVE LIVES WITH NALOXONE

🙋StandUP AJ is proud to be a naloxone distribution site. If anyone needs Naloxone/Narcan OR training on how to administer Naloxone, please call 480-691-3532. Be sure to leave a message with your contact information if there is no answer! We would love to set you up with an appointment.

05/28/2026

Think Va**ng Is Safer Than Smoking? Think Again! 🚭

While va**ng might seem like a "safer" alternative to ci******es, the reality isn’t so clear. Here’s why:

💨 Ni****ne Danger: Most e-ci******es contain high levels of ni****ne, which can harm brain development in teens and lead to long-term addiction.

💨 Chemical Exposure: Vapes contain chemicals like formaldehyde and diacetyl, which are linked to lung damage. Even if it smells fruity, it’s not harmless!

Don’t let the sleek designs and flashy flavors fool you—va**ng is not a risk-free habit. Protect your lungs, your brain, and your future. 💪✨

LEARN MORE: https://learnmoreaz.org/va**ng/

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05/27/2026

Need help but not sure who to call?

Text, call, or chat 988 for help with , ***de, and substance use problems.
Call 911 for emergencies involving immediate physical danger.
Knowing the right number can make all the difference.

05/26/2026

🔎 Get the facts about alcohol 🍸

Underage drinking negatively impacts the developing brain. Be aware of risky trends and know the signs to look for if you suspect your child may be drinking alcohol. The use of alcohol during adolescence can alter brain development, potentially resulting in long-lasting changes in brain structure and function.

What can YOU do?
➡️ Learn about the real cost of using alcohol @ LearnMoreAZ.org
➡️ Talk to your friends about the risks.
➡️ Be the positive influence!

05/25/2026

Fentanyl pills disguised as prescription medications are flooding into our communities. The pills look harmless. But they’re claiming the lives of Arizona youth at an alarming rate.

Here are 3 things you can do to change that:
1️⃣ Talk with your child about NEVER taking a pill that’s not prescribed to them.
2️⃣ Monitor your child’s texts and social media.
3️⃣ Get the FACTS on Fentanyl at https://talknowaz.com/ and our website www.standupaj.org/fentanyl

Even if you don’t think your child is taking pills, talking with them could be the reason they never do.

05/25/2026

In honor of Memorial Day here is a valuable Veterans resource

The serves Veterans, service members, National Guard and Reserve members, and those who support them.

Call 988 (press 1) for 24/7 support

Let’s stand together with our Veterans and walk with them on their mental health journeys.

The serves Veterans, service members, National Guard and Reserve members, and those who support them.

Call 988 (press 1) for 24/7 support