Laura Stack Johnny's Ambassadors Educating about the New MarijuanaLaura Stack Johnny's Ambassadors Educating about the New Marijuana
The Addiction Podcast - Point of No Return
Johnny Stack was born on February 7, 2000 and died by suicide on November 20, 2019 at the age of 19. He was an incredibly intelligent, funny, charming, handsome young man, which you can see in his tribute video. We are a normal suburban family and did...
43:51•27 Jun 2024
Johnny's Ambassadors: A Mother's Fight Against High-Potency Marijuana
Episode Overview
- Laura Stack shares her son Johnny's tragic story of marijuana-induced psychosis.
- Discussion on the dangers of high-potency marijuana products like dabs and shatters.
- Importance of educating parents and teens about the risks associated with modern marijuana.
- Johnny's Ambassadors' mission to spread awareness and advocate for stricter regulations.
- Encouragement for community involvement in preventing youth substance abuse.
“"It's amazing how many people realise, wow, I'm not alone and that's a nice feeling when you've had this happen to you"”
Laura Stack, founder of Johnny's Ambassadors, joins the show to share her heart-wrenching story about her son Johnny, who tragically died by suicide at 19 after becoming psychotic from high-potency marijuana use. This episode of The Addiction Podcast - Point of No Return sheds light on the dangers of today's highly concentrated marijuana products and their impact on adolescent brain development.
Laura discusses how Johnny, a bright and charming young man, fell into a cycle of addiction and mental health struggles after being exposed to potent marijuana products like dabs and shatters. She passionately advocates for better education and stricter regulations to protect young people from similar fates. Laura also introduces the mission of Johnny's Ambassadors, a non-profit dedicated to educating parents, teens, and communities about the risks associated with high-THC marijuana.
Her candid recounting of Johnny's story serves as a powerful reminder of the real-life consequences of drug addiction and the importance of proactive prevention. By the end of the episode, you'll feel both moved and motivated to spread awareness and support efforts to curb the rising tide of marijuana-induced psychosis in teens. If you're a parent, educator, or simply someone concerned about youth substance abuse, this episode is a must-listen.
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