Episode 474: Using Medical Cannabis to Manage Autism, ADHD — and Rebuild a Life
Cannabis Health Radio PodcastShow Notes
At just 13 years old, James McConkey of Northern Ireland faced unimaginable loss when his father passed away — and soon after, his mother was diagnosed with cancer. Struggling to cope, he turned to cannabis, a plant that would later become a cornerstone of his healing. Now 27, James uses medical cannabis to manage his autism and ADHD, allowing him to reduce his prescription medications from five to just two.
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