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Event Series Every Brain Matters Monthly Speakers Meeting

Every Brain Matters Monthly Speakers Meeting – Paul Chabot

Paul Chabot is a former US Congressional candidate from California who is now living in Texas. He is retired from law enforcement and runs a counter-terrorism consulting firm while serving in the Navy Reserves at the rank of Commander. He is an author, an adjunct professor, and has a doctorate in leadership. Paul is married with four children.

Paul worked in the White House and Office of National Drug Control Policy and later served as Commissioner for the California Parole Board.

He founded the Coalition for a Drug-Free California, and since moving to Texas, he has established the Coalition for a Drug-Free Texas.  Paul is a national speaker, having presented in 48 states.

Paul is passionate about keeping kids off drugs and fighting against drug legalization. He went through drug rehab in his youth and has over 35 years of sobriety and drug prevention experience.

 

Join us on the first Friday of every month for messages of hope and healing from the impacts of marijuana. Every month, we welcome a different speaker who will share their experience and provide pathways to find serenity as we navigate through today’s pro-marijuana/drug culture. Whether you’re grieving the loss of a loved one or trying to recover yourself, this meeting is for you. You will be a Q & A at the end of each meeting. This meeting is appropriate for all family members ages 16 and up.

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Meeting ID: 872 9417 0134
Passcode: ebmsupport

Every Brain Matters Recovery Community is built on a foundation of love, willingness, and HONESTY. We seek to create a culture of healing.

The expansion of marijuana is negatively affecting people in many ways:  addiction, psychosis, suicide, homicide, DUI’s, Cannabinoid Hyperemesis Syndrome, and other incidents of injury or trauma resulting in harm or death, overdoses, and where marijuana was a gateway, companion, and/or relapse drug.

This meeting may be recorded with the presenters’ and the participants’ permission.

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Every Brain Matters Monthly Speakers Meeting -recovering from my son’s cannabis psychosis-Linda W.

My name is Linda Wolfe. My son had three episodes of cannabis-induced psychosis (CIP) within two years, beginning in his first semester of college.   K was doing fine, playing sports, and was in the sheriff’s cadets program. We all enjoyed traveling and spending time together, and then these THC-induced psychosis episodes hit our family like a thunderbolt. My husband and I had to involuntarily commit him to the hospital three times, including a CA hospital.  K had met a man while he was IN ACTIVE PSYCHOSIS who had been in prison, a thief.  He convinced K to drive to CA, where he ended up stealing his car with everything he owned in it and leaving him on the side of the road while actively experiencing cannabis-induced psychosis. We, as a family, went through absolute HELL. This was NOT the son we knew.  We learned high-THC weed is very addicting and caused this to happen. We worked through it together as a family, and now our son is recovering well. He has been clean from weed for the last year.   He is working and planning to return to school in the fall.  Recovering from THC takes a long time, but it is possible. He does not have schizophrenia or other mental health conditions.  His psychosis was induced by weed and weed alone. I will share my experience, strength, and hope with the Every Brain Matters community because I want to help other families.  Please join me on May 5, 2023.

Join us on the first Friday of every month for messages of hope and healing from the impacts of marijuana. Every month, we welcome a different speaker to share their experience and provide pathways to serenity as we navigate through today’s pro-marijuana/drug culture. Whether you’re grieving the loss of a loved one or trying to recover yourself, this meeting is for you. You will be a Q & A at the end of each meeting. This meeting is appropriate for all family members ages 16 and up.

Link To Meeting

Meeting ID: 872 9417 0134
Passcode: ebmsupport

Every Brain Matters Recovery Community is built on a foundation of love, willingness, and HONESTY. We seek to create a culture of healing.

The expansion of marijuana is negatively affecting people in many ways:  addiction, psychosis, suicide, homicide, DUI’s, Cannabinoid Hyperemesis Syndrome, and other incidents of injury or trauma resulting in harm or death, overdoses, and where marijuana was a gateway, companion, and/or relapse drug.

This meeting may be recorded with the presenters’ and the participants’ permission.

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Every Brain Matters Monthly Speakers Meeting – Pam Lanhart

Pam Lanhart is the founder and executive director of Thrive Family Recovery Resources, a non-profit that helps families nationally connect to resources, education, and support. Thrive became a ground-breaking organization this fall as one of the first Family Recovery Community Organizations in the country to receive State Human Services Grant Funding to support their work providing family peer support to those family members impacted by their loved one’s substance use. Pam is also a certified family recovery coach, certified peer recovery specialist, Invitation to Change and CRAFT practitioner, and Arise interventionist. Pam is also the 2021 recipient of the Faces &  Voices Vernon Johnson Award, honoring her tenacious and outstanding national advocacy and work, devoted to spreading the message of recovery and harm reduction and helping families activate their recovery even after the loss of her son that same year. Most recently, she was appointed to serve on the MN Governor’s Task Force to address substance use in her state. Join us to hear how Pam Thrives through her personal loss and continues giving hope to others.

 

Join us on the first Friday of every month for messages of hope and healing from the impacts of marijuana. Every month, we welcome a different speaker to share their experience and provide pathways to serenity as we navigate through today’s pro-marijuana/drug culture. Whether you’re grieving the loss of a loved one or trying to recover yourself, this meeting is for you. You will be a Q & A at the end of each session. This meeting is appropriate for all family members ages 16 and up.

Link To Meeting

Meeting ID: 872 9417 0134
Passcode: ebmsupport

Every Brain Matters Recovery Community is built on a foundation of love, willingness, and HONESTY. We seek to create a culture of healing.

The expansion of marijuana is negatively affecting people in many ways:  addiction, psychosis, suicide, homicide, DUI’s, Cannabinoid Hyperemesis Syndrome, and other incidents of injury or trauma resulting in harm or death, overdoses, and where marijuana was a gateway, companion, and/or relapse drug.

This meeting may be recorded with the presenters’ and the participants’ permission.

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Should I Drug Test My Child?

Should I drug test, My child?

Parents are unprepared for this new era of industrialized THC and the expanding drug culture. In this webinar, Laura Mangum, Resilience Coach, and Author from I Cope 2 Hope, provides families with information about whether to drug test their children or not.

Then, Aburee Adams, Director of Every Brain Matters and former host mom for youth in recovery, gives families a plan of action on what to do if their child has a positive test.

June 29th, 2023, 5:30 pm Central Time

Register Here!

 

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Event Series Every Brain Matters Monthly Speakers Meeting

Every Brain Matters Monthly Speakers Meeting – Monica G.

Monica G. is a California State University Fullerton graduate and is a Certified Drug and Alcohol counselor who currently works in the non-profit sector at an 18-month Inpatient Drug and Alcohol facility for women and children. 

Monica is also the mother of a 27-year-old son who began using marijuana at the age of 15. As his drug usage escalated into an addiction, the changes in him became obvious that something was seriously wrong. While his cohorts were preparing for college, her son was preparing to go to rehab for the first time. This was going to be the first of many. His most recent relapse from high THC marijuana put him into psychosis, which led to a 5150 and hospitalization.

Monica began her recovery journey through Al-Anon and was regularly attending meetings for 6 years when she discovered CRAFT two years ago and finds value in both methods. Currently, Monica wants to become an advocate and spread the message of the dangers of high-THC marijuana, and she hopes to do so by sharing her story. 

In this new era of industrialized THC, families need support and hope. Please join us on the first Friday of every month for messages of healing from the impacts of marijuana and the drug culture expansion.  There will be a Q & A at the end of each meeting. This meeting may be recorded at the presenter’s discretion.

 

Register for this meeting at this link. Once you are registered, you will be sent a Zoom link to join the meeting that you can save to your calendar. If you have already registered for a previous Speakers Meeting will not be required to register again. If you have any questions, please email us at [email protected].

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Meeting ID: 872 9417 0134
Passcode: ebmsupport

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Every Brain Matters Monthly Speakers Meeting-K

In this new era of industrialized THC, families need support and hope. Please join us on the first Friday of every month for messages of healing from the impacts of marijuana and the drug culture expansion.  There will be a Q & A at the end of each meeting. This meeting may be recorded at the presenter’s discretion.

This month we feature K, whose main message is that Cannabis-induced psychosis is real, but so is recovery.

K states, The internet made me believe THC was cool and harmless. I went from vaping Juuls to vaping THC in a dab pen. My high school bathroom was always filled with kids vaping nicotine and weed. I became addicted and psychotic. It’s been a long road for me. I was in psychosis for about two years and have been diagnosed with schizoaffective disorder. I’m grateful to say that I am feeling better and using tools from a variety of programs to continue my recovery.  I live in a sober living community and pay my own bills. Please join me to hear my experience, strength, and hope on August 4th at 6 pm central time.

Register for this meeting at this link. Once you are registered, you will be sent a Zoom link to join the meeting that you can save to your calendar. If you have already registered for a previous Speakers Meeting will not be required to register again. If you have any questions, please email us at [email protected].

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Meeting ID: 872 9417 0134
Passcode: ebmsupport

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Every Brain Matters Monthly Speakers Meeting -Natalie

In this new era of industrialized THC, families need support and hope. Please join us on the first Friday of every month for messages of healing from the impacts of marijuana and the drug culture expansion.  There will be a Q & A at the end of each meeting. This meeting may be recorded at the presenter’s discretion.

This month we feature Natalie.

My name is Natalie. I feared my son D had a marijuana addiction around age 13. He says he started using marijuana at a younger age, which was horrifying for me and greatly opened my eyes. My point is, well before you have a suspicion your child is using, he/she has probably been getting high off some substance for quite some time. You won’t be able to confirm it until they are so desensitized and brazen that they come home high or boldly bring the substance into your home. How could I not know?  Manipulation, deceit, triangulation, emotional baggage, guilt, ADHD, abuse of ADHD medication, different rules at different houses, altering drug tests, spare urine, etc. I’d love to share my family’s journey from despair, addiction, and the certain death of my son, to hope for growth and the ultimate transformation to healthy family dynamics and relationships.

Register for this meeting at this link. Once you are registered, you will be sent a Zoom link to join the meeting that you can save to your calendar. If you have already registered for a previous Speakers Meeting will not be required to register again. If you have any questions, please email us at [email protected].

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Meeting ID: 872 9417 0134
Passcode: ebmsupport

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Every Brain Matters Monthly Speakers Meeting -Nathan Wray

In this new era of industrialized THC, families need support and hope. Please join us on the first Friday of every month for messages of healing from the impacts of marijuana and the drug culture expansion.  There will be a Q & A at the end of each meeting. This meeting may be recorded at the presenter’s discretion.

This month we feature Nathan Wray.

Nathan Wray is a dedicated professional with a passion for making a positive impact on the lives of others. With six years of experience as a Prevention Coordinator, he has worked tirelessly to create safer communities and protect vulnerable populations. Nathan’s commitment to safeguarding children led him to his current role as the Drug Endangered Children Response Team Coordinator, where he leads a team focused on ensuring the well-being of children affected by substance abuse.

Recognizing the urgent need to address the growing concern of teen vaping, Nathan has taken on the role of Teen Vaping Cessation Specialist. Through his expertise and specialized interventions, he actively promotes healthy choices and empowers adolescents to overcome the challenges associated with nicotine addiction.

Nathan’s outstanding efforts in the field of suicide prevention have been widely recognized. He is the proud recipient of the State of Tennessee Governor’s Award for his exceptional work in this critical area. His dedication and innovative strategies have saved lives and offered hope to those struggling with mental health issues.

Nathan Wray exemplifies a true leader in his field with a strong background in prevention coordination, child welfare, and specialized youth interventions. His tireless commitment to community safety, child protection, and mental health makes him a valuable asset to any organization or initiative aiming to create positive change.

Register for this meeting at this link. Once you are registered, you will be sent a Zoom link to join the meeting that you can save to your calendar. If you have already registered for a previous Speakers Meeting will not be required to register again. If you have any questions, please email us at [email protected].

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Meeting ID: 872 9417 0134
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Every Brain Matters Monthly Speakers Meeting- Aubree Adams

Marijuana addiction and psychosis drastically changed Aubree’s family and community. She searched for answers and resources, which led her on a path where she learned valuable tools in a parent-driven recovery community and became a host mom for youth in recovery. Aubree was inspired to develop the community of Every Brain Matters to bring support and hope to families. Join her on Nov. 3rd at 6 pm central time zone.

In this new era of industrialized THC, families need support and hope. Please join us on the first Friday of every month for messages of healing from the impacts of marijuana and the drug culture expansion.  There will be a Q & A at the end of each meeting. This meeting may be recorded at the presenter’s discretion.

Register for this meeting at this link. Once you are registered, you will be sent a Zoom link to join the meeting that you can save to your calendar. If you have already registered for a previous Speakers Meeting will not be required to register again. If you have any questions, please email us at [email protected].

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Meeting ID: 872 9417 0134
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Every Brain Matters Speakers Meeting -Randy and Heather Bacchus

Randy and Heather are Licensed Realtors in Minnesota and Wisconsin, have three daughters, and are also the parents of a forever 21-year-old son, Randy Michael. Their son started using marijuana at 15, experienced cannabis-induced psychosis on July 17th, 2021, and then died by suicide. After their son’s passing, Heather and Randy learned how the potency of today’s cannabis can impact the adolescent brain. They learned cannabis can cause psychosis, depression, anxiety, and suicidal ideation. It is now their mission to share this information with students, parents, and professionals to prevent further tragedy for other families through their own non-profit, Be Extraordinary, Be You! Join us on Dec. 1, 2023, to hear this impactful and important story of loss to empowerment.

In this new era of industrialized THC, families need support and hope. Please join us on the first Friday of every month for messages of healing from the impacts of marijuana and the drug culture expansion.  There will be a Q&A at the end of each meeting. This meeting may be recorded at the presenter’s discretion.

Register for this meeting at this link. Once you are registered, you will receive an email with a Zoom link to join the meeting that you can save to your calendar. If you have already registered for a previous Speakers Meeting, you will not be required to register again. If you have any questions, please email us at [email protected]. Link To Register.

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Every Brain Matters Monthly Speakers Meeting

In this new era of industrialized THC, families need support and hope. Please join us on the first Friday of every month for messages of healing from the impacts of marijuana and the drug culture expansion.  There will be a Q & A at the end of each meeting. This meeting may be recorded at the presenter’s discretion.

This month, we feature Finn P.

I’m a 23-year-old recovering marijuana addict with a former smoking career that lasted from the ages of  14 to 22. I began to smoke more heavily when I left home for college, but my marijuana use turned into an uncontrolled spiral during the COVID-19 pandemic. It was during this time that I found a complete inability to pass up the next joint—a powerlessness over weed that permeated every facet of my life.  Debilitating anxiety, agoraphobia, and bouts of paranoid psychosis became my everyday reality while jobs, relationships, and my prospects in school crumbled around me. I felt like nothing and nobody with no hope for a way out. 

After two years of living with what I would consider late-stage addiction and particularly after becoming suicidal—when I had nowhere to turn, and nobody left to blame—I decided to surrender myself to recovery. To my surprise, it’s here that I found people just like me, with the only difference being that they were happy, and I wasn’t. I begged them for help, and they offered it without hesitation. Now,  after a year and a half of dedicated work with a few relapses along the way, I’ve made it to my first-ever six-month sobriety milestone. I’m talking with my parents again. I’ve held a job for over a year (with a  new one lined up soon), I have a healthy relationship with a woman whom I love and adore, and I’ve re-enrolled in college classes starting this winter. I have a life I’ve always wanted, and I navigate its difficulties knowing that I don’t have to smoke over them. 

I struggle with feeling shame or regret about my past, but truthfully, I’m happy that I made it through all of that to be where I am now. I’m proud of the life I’ve been gifted; I’m proud of the personal growth  I’ve made in a short time, and—even though I never thought I’d say this—I’m proud to be a marijuana addict. 

Please join me as I tell my story on Friday, January 5th.

Register for this meeting at this link. Once you are registered, you will be sent a Zoom link to join the meeting that you can save to your calendar. You will not be required to register again if you have already registered for a previous Speakers Meeting. If you have any questions, please email us at [email protected].

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Meeting ID: 872 9417 0134
Passcode: ebmsupport

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Every Brain Matters Monthly Speakers Meeting -Doug Dolan

In this new era of industrialized THC, families need support and hope. Please join us on the first Friday of every month for messages of healing from the impacts of marijuana and the expanding drug crisis.  There will be a Q&A at the end of each meeting. This meeting may be recorded at the presenter’s discretion.

This month, we feature Doug Dolan.

Doug Dolan is co-owner and COO at Recovery in the Pines, a long-term, life transformational, substance abuse and mental health facility. He sits on various committees focused on suicide prevention, brain injuries as they relate to mental health and addiction, drug overdose fatalities, and families in crisis.

Doug conducts speaking engagements on substance abuse, mental health, trauma, and life skills to help educate schools, organizations, institutions, incarcerated populations, and conferences.

Doug personally struggled with addiction and mental health issues. He has been sober since April 19, 1997, lost a younger brother to an opioid overdose, and lost his best friend of 30 years to suicide, who was self-medicating with marijuana.

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Recovery in the Pines, Prescott, AZ 86305

www.RecoveryInThePines.com

Register for this meeting at this link. Once registered, you will be sent a Zoom link to join the meeting that you can save to your calendar. You will not be required to register again if you have already registered for a previous Speakers Meeting. If you have any questions, please email us at [email protected].

This meeting is free, but donations are welcome to increase our effort to support and advocate for families impacted by industrialized marijuana. 

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Meeting ID: 872 9417 0134
Passcode: ebmsupport

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