From Tragedy to Advocacy: The Bacchus' Fight Against Cannabis-Induced Psychosis
08/15/24 • 46 min
Can you imagine a substance you once thought harmless becoming the catalyst for unimaginable tragedy? Meet Heather and Randy Bacchus, who share the devastating story of losing their son, Randy Jr., to suicide after a cannabis-induced psychotic episode. They take us through their journey from an ordinary family life to the chaos and heartbreak brought on by their son's addiction. They never suspected marijuana could pose such a significant threat, revealing the stark reality of today's high-potency cannabis products.
We unravel the complexities of marijuana's impact on mental health and family dynamics, challenging common misconceptions that marijuana is merely a benign or medicinal substance. Heather and Randy vividly recount the emotional turmoil as they supported their son through his struggle, highlighting the frustrations encountered when cannabis-induced psychosis is not adequately recognized by medical professionals. This episode underscores the necessity of accurate information and a compassionate approach to substance use disorder, emphasizing it as a legitimate illness rather than a moral failing.
Heather and Randy's story doesn't end in despair—they've channeled their grief into advocacy with Smart Approaches to Marijuana (SAM) and founded their nonprofit, Be Extraordinary, Be You. Their mission is to educate others about the dangers of marijuana addiction, especially among youth, by sharing Randy Jr.'s story. Through legislative efforts and community engagement, they aim to prevent further tragedies. This episode will leave you with a profound understanding of the urgent need for awareness, better regulations, and the power of community support in addressing the challenges posed by today's marijuana products.
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
Can you imagine a substance you once thought harmless becoming the catalyst for unimaginable tragedy? Meet Heather and Randy Bacchus, who share the devastating story of losing their son, Randy Jr., to suicide after a cannabis-induced psychotic episode. They take us through their journey from an ordinary family life to the chaos and heartbreak brought on by their son's addiction. They never suspected marijuana could pose such a significant threat, revealing the stark reality of today's high-potency cannabis products.
We unravel the complexities of marijuana's impact on mental health and family dynamics, challenging common misconceptions that marijuana is merely a benign or medicinal substance. Heather and Randy vividly recount the emotional turmoil as they supported their son through his struggle, highlighting the frustrations encountered when cannabis-induced psychosis is not adequately recognized by medical professionals. This episode underscores the necessity of accurate information and a compassionate approach to substance use disorder, emphasizing it as a legitimate illness rather than a moral failing.
Heather and Randy's story doesn't end in despair—they've channeled their grief into advocacy with Smart Approaches to Marijuana (SAM) and founded their nonprofit, Be Extraordinary, Be You. Their mission is to educate others about the dangers of marijuana addiction, especially among youth, by sharing Randy Jr.'s story. Through legislative efforts and community engagement, they aim to prevent further tragedies. This episode will leave you with a profound understanding of the urgent need for awareness, better regulations, and the power of community support in addressing the challenges posed by today's marijuana products.
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
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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
Fortitude: Turning Tragedy into Action - From Tragedy to Advocacy: The Bacchus' Fight Against Cannabis-Induced Psychosis
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Hi there , this is Chrissy Groenwegen . I'm the director of the Parent Action Network for Smart Approaches to Marijuana , and this podcast , which we're calling Fortitude , is
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