Every Brain Matters

Every Brain Matters (EBM) is a nonprofit founded by Aubree Adams, who personally witnessed the devastating effects of marijuana normalization and commercialization on her own family and community. Grounded in scientific research and real-life experiences, EBM rejects the assertion that marijuana legalization is solely a matter of personal freedom or that retail marijuana offers a viable solution to the drug crisis.

THC is an addictive and harmful substance that causes mental and physical illness capable of destroying lives and communities.

EBM raises awareness about the dangers of THC through education, compassionate support, and advocacy to protect public health and safety and to ensure that no one faces this struggle alone.

EBM is deeply grateful to Parents Opposed to Pot for its unwavering support, vision, and commitment, which laid the foundation for this vital movement.

*The words marijuana and cannabis are used interchangeably on this website.

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TRUTH

EBM is a trusted educational resource that empowers families, youth, policymakers, and communities with evidence- and experience-based information about the risks of cannabis.

HOPE

EBM offers compassionate resources to help individuals and families navigate and recover from the harms of cannabis use, including support meetings and testimonies.

CHANGE

EBM advocates for public health and safety by challenging policies and industry practices that promote or normalize THC use, while supporting prevention initiatives and recovery efforts.

Truth (Education)

Bryn’s life changed forever shortly after beginning her career as a Doctor of Audiology at UCLA. Though she had legally used cannabis before without harm, she was unaware of the risks of THC. After being pressured into consuming a large dose, she rapidly descended into severe cannabis-induced psychosis (CIP), experiencing intense visual and auditory hallucinations.

In this state, Bryn committed violent acts that tragically resulted in the death of her friend, Chad O’Melia, and caused harm to herself and her dog. When police arrived, she was unable to respond to commands and continued self-harm, requiring officers to use physical force to intervene, which saved her life.

The court concluded that CIP caused her actions and convicted her of involuntary manslaughter. As part of her sentence, Bryn now educates communities about the dangers of CIP.

This tragic case underscores the urgent need for greater awareness and education about the harms of THC.

Every Brain Matters extends its deepest sympathies to the families and loved ones of Chad O’Melia and Bryn Spejcher. To learn more about CIP or to have Bryn speak to your community, contact info@everybrainmatters.org.

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HOPE (Recovery)

CHANGE (Advocacy)

We Need YOUR STORIES!

This project, “Voices of Marijuana’s Harms,” offers a platform for you to share your stories. Whether it involves your child, spouse, parent, family member, or friend, we encourage you to speak out and highlight the human costs associated with marijuana legalization.

This crucial information corrects the misleading narratives spread by the marijuana industry. The images below offer access to stories and memorials.

We advocate for the protection of families and communities against the predatory practices of the cannabis industry and aim to combat the expanding drug crisis.

Every Brain Matters is proud to partner with the Parent Action Network.