Welcome to the Every Brain Matters monthly newsletter. We are a non-profit organization developed by families negatively impacted by commercial marijuana.

*Throughout this newsletter, the terms ‘marijuana’ and ‘cannabis’ are used interchangeably to refer to the same substance.

“This is not a political or partisan issue. This is about saving lives.”

~ Texas Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick

Recently, Aubree Adams and Chandel Strickland stood alongside Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick to address the dangers of hemp-derived THC. Together with leading law enforcement officials from across Texas, they advocated for legislation to ban all THC-containing products.

Vape shops, gas stations, and retailers continue selling synthetically derived THC analogues—like Delta-8—converted from CBD. These products are deceptively marketed as “safe” or “medicinal” and are reaching Texas youth, contributing to devastating mental and physical health outcomes—including fatalities.



Here are the highlights from that press conference.

Keep reading to learn more.

Advocacy In Action

Every Brain Matters is more than an organization—we are a national movement of families united to educate communities and advocate for change.

This month, we celebrate the impactful work of our EBM Idaho chapter and its commitment to spreading awareness!

If you're interested in forming an EBM state chapter, please email us at info@everybrainmatters.org

Advocacy at the Texas Capitol!

 Families and youth leaders visited all 150 Texas House offices to share stories of harm caused by THC. Their heartfelt efforts continue to inspire legislators to prioritize people over profit.



We are incredibly grateful to:

• Hunter Rodriguez, James Adams, Violet Lanham, and all courageous families.
• Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick, Senator Charles Perry, Chief Steve Dye, and others who have amplified this critical message.

New Documentary: Cannabis-Induced Psychosis (CIP)

Whitney Yeager, a Colorado mother and advocate who lost her son to cannabis-induced psychosis, has partnered with Texas Pictures to create a powerful documentary raising awareness about CIP.

 Storytelling Summit

 Denver, Colorado

 June 20–21, 2025

Families willing to share their stories are encouraged to participate.

To learn more or get involved, email us at info@everybrainmatters.org

Let's Hold The Marijuana Industry Accountable!

If marijuana industry products have harmed you or a loved one, you are not alone.

Contact: seniorcounsel@civel.org

Click here for legal resources, ongoing lawsuits, and opportunities to demand accountability and compliance.

Through our Dispensing Truth project, Every Brain Matters equips communities with science-based tools to challenge marijuana misinformation.

Click the graphics in the newsletter to download or access the study.

Misconceptions about marijuana as a "harmless substance" remain pervasive. Our mission is to empower the public and government officials with real stories from families who’ve experienced marijuana's devastating effects.



You can learn more about this project here.

This month, we are excited to speak with Dr. Josef, a psychiatrist renowned for his expertise in the field of drug tapering and withdrawal management.

Join Our Support Meetings!