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Fortitude: Turning Tragedy into Action - From Heartbreak to Hope: Cindy Gresham's Campaign Against Marijuana Vaping Dangers

From Heartbreak to Hope: Cindy Gresham's Campaign Against Marijuana Vaping Dangers

Fortitude: Turning Tragedy into Action

12/19/24 • 68 min

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Cindy Gresham bravely opens up about the unimaginable loss of her daughter, Haley, shedding light on the hidden dangers of marijuana vaping and its impact on youth mental health. As she recounts Haley's journey from a vibrant teenager to someone struggling with substance use, Cindy's story becomes a platform for advocacy and change. Through the foundation she established, Haley's Helpers, Cindy is determined to prevent other families from facing similar heartbreak by promoting awareness and education about the risks associated with high-potency THC products.
We engage in an honest discussion about the challenges parents face with teen anxiety and peer pressure, exploring stories of families striving to understand and address the root causes of substance use. The episode highlights the critical role of open communication and professional support in navigating these difficult waters. Parents will find valuable insights on addressing their child's mental health needs while maintaining a supportive and trusting relationship, amid societal pressures and the allure of quick coping mechanisms like vaping.
Community support emerges as a central theme, emphasizing the collective power to tackle mental health and substance use issues. By sharing personal experiences and advocating for better regulations, parents like Cindy are changing the narrative around youth drug addiction. We also touch on upcoming events organized by the Parent Action Network, urging listeners to stay informed and involved. This powerful episode serves as both a memorial to Haley and a call to action for creating safer, more informed communities.

Follow PAN and SAM:
PAN:
https://parentaction.network/
https://x.com/parentactionSAM
https://www.facebook.com/parentactionnetworkSAM
SAM:
https://learnaboutsam.org/
https://x.com/learnaboutsam
https://www.facebook.com/learnaboutsam

12/19/24 • 68 min

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Fortitude: Turning Tragedy into Action - From Heartbreak to Hope: Cindy Gresham's Campaign Against Marijuana Vaping Dangers

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I'm the director of the Parent Action Network and we're back for another episode of Fortitude . I've given the name Fortitude to this podcast because I just couldn't think of a better title for this podcast , because fortitude means showing courage in the face of grief and adversity , and for me , that exemplifies the very brave parents and families that stand up despite their pain

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