FENTANYL KILLS: Bryce Jackson's Story - episode 127

[@indiyahjackson]

Hi everyone, thank you for your support and nice comments. I am Bryces older sister, Indiyah. God bless you all.

[@janaemartin4329]

This really brought teas to my eyes. Sending prayer and encouragement to you and your Family. Keep sharing this for the sake of others because you, your Mom and your brother’s story can and will make a difference. My deepest heartfelt condolences. My Son is my best friend and this touched me deep. Please share with your mom that she did everything right.. and it shall not be in vain.

[@ritamelendez9560]

So sorry for your loss. I will be thinking of you in my prayers. Love and blessing from Ireland ❤

[@markeshaharris9998]

Hey baby.. I always listen to this channel and share with my kids...Love Yall

[@indiyahjackson]

@@ritamelendez9560thank you!❤️

[@indiyahjackson]

@@janaemartin4329thank you!❤

[@moongoddess238]

I’ve been clean from heroin since 2016 I’ve been sober for eight years thank god I made it through too the mother and sister you have my deepest condolences

[@Queenofbeautiful]

@@moongoddess238 Congratulations on your sobriety! 💐

[@AJxPrime]

4 years 7 months today from Cocaine !! Im So proud of you !! Congrats

[@avishopkins8295]

❤❤❤❤

[@normahumphrey8888]

God bless you and congratulations keep staying strong ❤❤❤

[@derrickgiles5288]

Shout out 2 u. Keep being strong. Youre an inspiration

[@Nan-59]

My son died December 32, 2023. I wish I could have a cup of coffee with you.. I talk about his drug od. God Bless You and your family!❤❤❤

[@hondutel1]

I am so sorry we failed Bryce in so many ways. I am thankful that you are sharing your pain with the hope of sparing others. Thank you.

[@spiritualcosmeticss]

As a mom this is my worst nightmare. I just don’t know what else could’ve been done to prevent this tragedy. I’m so sorry for the families loss.

[@Marie-wd3hp]

Very attractive young man. COVID was a very traumatic time for us all. May he RIP😢

[@Gitn2it]

Indeed it was! Many young people suffered greatly from this unprecedented upheaval in their lives.

[@Prayer_Warrior_C]

He shared the same exact birthday as my son. So heartbreaking I am sorry 😞

[@chalondamcqueen]

He died on my son’s birthday

[@nannersguyaners2745]

Sorry for your loss … it’s so heartbreaking to hear @ another kid who lost his battle with mental health and substance abuse…💔

[@TanishaJohnson-sj1bl]

10:52 am Thank You for sharing your story. My name is Tanisha I live in Connecticut and I too have lost my son to Fentanyl. On December 13, 2017 at the age of 22. Kim I am you ❤️ May God Bless Us All and Give us the strength to go on ❤

[@anniejones2651]

Bryce's story inspires me to take responsibility in the war against drugs. I love you and I love your family because your experience touched my soul. Continue to share and be strong and let us All share the burden of drug addiction.

[@cynthiabeal2526]

Thank you for sharing your story. My son is 32 and autistic and I have always feared for his life. It's not fear of drugs only but of people taking advantage of him in some way. I pray that your family finds peace and happiness in your memories of Bryce❤️❤️

[@Nyffyrg528]

I am so very sorry for your loss. What a handsome young man. It’s such a shame more is not being done about this drug. Too many have been lost. I wish you peace and healing.

[@nicoladyer9370]

Thank you so much for sharing Bryce and your story, you exude courage and strength. This video will go on to save many lives I am sure. I stumbled upon this on the anniversary of my sons death (different circumstances) and it was what I needed to keep me moving.

[@iriemo721]

Praying for Bryce’s family.

[@gladysfair9045]

Every family has been through some type of family emergency, whether it is drugs, alcohol or whatever the reason, I APPLAUD HIS MOTHER AND FAMILY, FRIENDS FOR STICKING BY HIM THROUGH IT ALL, UNCONDITIONAL LOVE ❤❤❤❤, GOD BE WITH YOU ALL ❤❤❤

[@nakeithiacoles487]

"I was there when he came into the world, and I was there when he left" - CRUSHED for her!! Prayers up for you and your family. I also pray that there's less tragedies and occurrences. 🙏🏾🙏🏾

[@paultinneny1507]

Thank you for sharing Bryces story . Very sorry for your and your family’s loss , it is a very important story in a very difficult time .

[@cathyBlanzy]

I am so very sorry for the loss of your son 😢. I just watched your video. Too many young people are dying from fentanyl I give you so much credit for speaking about this horrible drug. May God Bless you and keep you in his arms

[@philip-pp9qt]

these stories always break my heart as a parent. Should I show these videos to my son? Is that the right approach?

[@kellyford5903]

Yes!! As a Mom, Grandma and retired teacher…YES!! These Documentaries are factual-nothing made up and they will give you the springboard you need to openly and honestly discuss with them. If I may…don’t do it just one time ok. Maybe subscribe and then TOGETHER watch them as they come out. Get the words going! 🙏💕🙏

[@bonnietenorio862]

I talk to my 19 year old about this stories. Once I watched one I couldn’t stop watching them and even thou my son doesn’t do this I still want him to know because it’s important for him to know. He graduated last year played football he’s a good kid, but still we never know I’m the one that gives him Tylenol when he has a headache or when he gets the flu I give him meds, but if I don’t he doesn’t even know what to take. It’s good to talk to our kids about this it’s very important 😢 I’m so sorry for all of this families that have lost their kids to fentanyl.

[@TexasPictures]

Yes. Some schools are showing them to students. We had one comment or say that she plays the videos in the car while she runs errands with her kids. She has a captive audience.

[@snw1721]

💕 Praying for everyone that loved this handsome young man!

[@bjteacher3721]

I'm sorry for your loss, Ms. Douglas. I'm sorry for your struggle and for Bryce's struggles.

[@kathrynbaker8215]

Some parents just go through so much for it to end so badly.

[@VaLEriE-en8xl]

I’m crying listening to this while getting ready for work. I am dealing with this type of addiction and I’m trying to figure out how to tell my mom that I need help quitting for the umpteenth time. I don’t know why I keep relapsing but I do. I’m tired of stressing my family out and so I really don’t want to tell my mom I need help again. I’m getting really tired of fighting my addiction.

[@TexasPictures]

You know Help is out there. I believe that I’ve shared this with you before, but we do have a series of recovery stories and our playlists that you might find interesting.

[@VaLEriE-en8xl]

@@TexasPictures no, I don’t think I’ve ever had the pleasure of conversing with you but I appreciate your response. I have been to over ten different rehab facilities (inpatient and outpatient), and I have a very supportive family. When I don’t feel as though I’m worthy of the good things that come with living clean and sober, having a family that cares enough to not give up on me, keeps me fighting to get clean. Im just sick of relapsing, and I don’t understand why I continue to do so. Hopefully, one day I will be able to get clean, and STAY clean. Thank you again for ur response.

[@courtneycondit]

God bless you, thank you for sharing your baby's story. ❤

[@kendrickprice4650]

Bryce story hits me harder because i am a father to a 5yr old with Autism and it truly truly had me in tears!! I pray my son grows up to have a healthy stable life!! I wish mental illness was more of a topic also i wish there was more options when it comes to mental health!! The system has failed us all!! You wouldn't believe how many people misdiagnosed, it need to be more done than just giving out medication and kicked back out in society 😢

[@kellymakely1944]

These ailments are just totally crazy in Children. Kids are wrongly diagnosed every single day. Given medication that they do not need!!! It just confuses their sweet immature brains!! There is more to life than the Internet!!! Hat's off to sweet Bryce , He actually liked hanging out with his Mom What a sweetheart. It just struck a cord with me when his mom said that Bryce was interested in learning about pills . To me that is not normal!!! The poor guy . So sorry

[@NathanBryant-dm5rq]

I am deeply truly sorry for your loss. My deepest condolences to your family. God Bless your family keeping your family in my prayers.

[@summerjohnson4503]

Kimberly, I am so sorry for your loss. I thank you for sharing you and your son's story. He was such a handsome young man and I bet he was as amazing as you described him to be. His story will help his peers and their families who may be dealing with the same or similar issues. I pray for peace, healing, and understanding for you and your family as you continue to grieve your beautiful boy. You have a guardian angel that'll be with you forever.

[@therahmanfamily]

This story hits home. Thank you for sharing. I am going to look into the Maryland Coalition of families. Sometimes you feel like you're the only person going through this but I see I am not alone. May Bryce continue to rest in peace. Asha 🙏🏽❤️

[@sinverrette9803]

While i was celebrating, my birthday.. my life. Your son lost his and you and you family were grieving.. so sad to think about. I pray youre getting through this. So sorry for your loss. Prayers and condolences to your family.. RIP Bryce.

[@veronicastephens5408]

My deepest condolences. 🙏🏽💜

[@kellymakely1944]

This is so sad . He sounds like an amazing human being.

[@ttbaby1342]

I been through a lot myself about this same Drug but lucky I'm so Bless 🙌🏽 to say Thank you Jesus you help me to get through this madness 🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@sunshinerobinson1123]

Awwww sis. My son was diagnosed with ADHD/ Autism Spectrum during elementary 😢😢 He graduated this year 2024 n May I'm sooo proud of him.

[@Chocolatecherry291]

Im in DC not too far from her and I have a 17 year old autistic son also with ODD. Despite all the help I have gotten for him, he seems to be declining. I wish i knew Bryce and his mom before he passed. They could have been friends and a support system 😢.

[@ShannonLewis-q1z]

He was such a handsome young man RIP 😢

[@AshlynnN2012]

What a great mom very well spoken and supportive prayers for ur family mental Health is soo real and not talked about enough thanks for sharing

[@lutoniaalexander3208]

I'm so sorry that you lost your son this way ,, my condolences 🙏🏾❤️

[@gwencooke7036]

RIP❤ so sorry for your loss

[@renae9365]

Fentanyl is killing America’s future. We have to put a stop to this drug. Rest in peace young man. 🙏

[@deboramccallum3987]

Misdiagnosed...wonderful When will it all end? Doctors need to be held accountable

[@dragoivan4138]

I’m sorry ms Jackson

[@principecaprincipeca2243]

I am for real.

[@gwenvernon]

What a very sad story, I feel very emotional hearing about this . Life is so short people take drugs for all different reasons it is not everybody is strong in this world very sad story I hope his mum keep strong , keep the faith .

[@DownHomeRealtor]

2 stints? He had tried Fetanyl before? Praying for God to give her peace, she did all she could. Wish his dad was more involved and role model as well.

[@micheledelahay3987]

It’s odd I am up late on the west coast and ran across this because I was born and raised my kids in MD. My heart breaks for this family. As a health care executive I am wise enough to know that health care is in shambles like every sec in our country. It’s not hard to believe that Bryce was not diagnosed early as many disorders overlap and share common symptoms. As you so eloquently expressed between Covid, social media, easy access of drug delivery to your front door, pressures with Gen Z’s, the country losing its mind and parents trying to work, provide emotional, physical and psychological stability to your family, friends and community…. It’s overwhelming! I just pray peace over your family. Just breathe while you grieve and tell Bryce’s story. You are definitely not alone and this has affected every community everywhere, no race or amount of education or wealth is immune. Stay strong and honor his life by expressing his story to save another life and inform another family . Praying 🙏

[@toomuch5202]

Hello, thank you so very much for this much needed information. God bless you and your family so much and may His angels surround you at all times. Peace and blessings FOREVER… LOVE Phyllis,❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@milaphillips4003]

Heart felt and prayers for you. A great mom so sorry remember you are a good mother

[@shellymtisza4319]

so beautiful kid on the video andpictgures..I wish many young people should realize how daugher was it.. my daughter was almost cheated to death..long story.. everytime i watch the video of Fentanyl everyday and made me cry easily and heartbreaking.. I think it was so so unfair for young people topick the wrong one. I kep tthiking myself "Why?" My prayer is with you

[@nursenurse3577]

It seems like there were many different factors contributing to this young man’s struggles.

[@jazzyjenn34]

This story absolutely broke my heart! As a mother of two teenage boys the fear I have for them every day is unimaginable. She was absolutely right when stating it is not a race problem.. it is absolutely unbiased! We need to educate our children of the harm.. I know this is a statement every mom would say they’re doing, but then again the influence and world keeps going round and round 😢. I surely hope this country and all others find a solution to this problem!!! Too many young lives are being cut short 😢😢😢😢

[@CynthiaAlvarado-l1g]

My niece was nine months 😭 pregnant she pass aways fentanyl we where all broken hearted.😢😮

[@t.thompson8985]

So sorry for your loss. 🙏🏾❤️

[@brielleanyez7113]

Im so sorry for your loss😢

[@michellescarlett4023]

So heart breaking

[@VirgoTarot-jv7oy]

I’m sending my deepest condolences to you & the family may Bryce R.I.P.

[@Charo-xm3qp]

God please send the Holy Spirit to comfort this Mother and Family in their time of grief 🙏🏽. God Bless

[@vickil3256]

I normally watch every one of these episodes. I struggle from major depression & the impact of dealing with what happens to the human body after 50 has been added to the mix. These stories break my heart & I’m crying as I type this. I just want everyone involved in these documentaries to know that even though I have been refused pain medication at every turn I would “ NEVER” buy, trade, sell, or have anything to do with getting relief other than legally because of not only moral standards, but for the stories I have watched here. Thank you for speaking of your loved ones and you have my utmost respect. RIP🕊️🕊️🫶🏻🫶🏻💚💚 to each and every victim that fentanyl has robbed their family of.

[@TexasPictures]

Thank you for your comments.

[@antheajanerichardson7520]

bless you. you wonderful lady god bless your son 🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿❤️❤️❤️

[@KNFFARMING]

Happy birthday Bryce. Hope life gets better with time

[@alyssaterrazas9204]

the strongest mom ur son sounded like a great kid i am so sorry prayers❤

[@moniquebaskett338]

So sorry for this familys loss. ADHD and autism (aspergers) go hand in hand.

[@michelleallen1930]

was there an autopsy? stating how much drugs was in his system?

[@garyh5541]

🙏🙏🙏

[@sha311nicmill]

I hope the police went after the dealer. They go after the dealer when it’s a famous person that dies, everyone deserves the same justice. Prayers to your family.

[@jeanlashay3373]

I get the pain from losing someone, I also know there is doctors that just don't care. I don't feel like ppl should go after opioid's bc it is so many who are actually in pain, like many of my family members and myself included. Regular aspirin has never worked for me and I tried probably all of them. Yes they can be addictive if u use them wrong, I hope they find a way to help everyone and RIP

[@lonia.5283]

May Bryce's Story help to save others from this fentanyl poisoning for in Jesus Christ's Name, i ask and pray. Amen 🙏💕

[@beephareal]

There is no stronger mother than the one who has to speak about her child in the past tense. Praying for you continued strength and healing. Thank your for sharing your story

[@LatiyaAdams-sl6od]

@@beephareal sorry for your loss

[@Bbcolleen34]

This is so true

[@feliciarose1071]

These children are being murdered. They didn't just pass away.

[@abundancesunflower1971]

My only child took his life June 23, 2023. The same day Bryce passed. Their stories sound so so similar. My son Talib was very rambunctious and happy as a child. He was an honor roll student. He was a loving child. He experimented with pills at a concert when he was 19. He blamed his friend for “setting him up” he said “they didn’t take the drugs, only me” This sent my son down a spiral of depression. He went through the mental health hospitalizations and police visits as well. He also stayed close with me. Even the night before he passed, like Bryce, he told me he was anxious. I told him to get some rest. The next day, I went to work thinking that our family “friend” would be home with Talib. Turns out, he had an interview. My son was alone all day with his thoughts. Talib took his life at 24 years old. Sleep In Peace Talib🙏🏾 Sleep In Peace Bryce🙏🏾 Your life story will save the youth!

[@beverlyjohnson1921]

@@abundancesunflower1971 So sorry for your loss.

[@Cristina661224]

@@abundancesunflower1971 I'm sorry 😔❤️🌹

[@justaretha1970]

@@abundancesunflower1971 may God continue to be your comforter 🙏🏾

[@Gaevina]

@@abundancesunflower1971 I am so sorry for your loss. We do our best and that is all we can do. We're up against so much in this world that it's extremely difficult to parent & protect our children. But I know you did your best & now your son will watch over you until you meet again. May you find peace and understanding, may the love and memories bring smiles instead of tears. Thank you for sharing his story-I hope it will find it's way to those who need it most. 💞💝🕊

[@tiffanywashington3805]

My God!! I have a daughter who is Bipolar. I'm prayers 🤲🏾

[@indiyahjackson]

Please be mindful of your words, we are still grieving and if your takeaway is negative you need to rethink your sense of humanity, humility and Godliness.

[@NurseAllison]

He’s so lucky to have a protective sister. Thanks to your mom and fam sharing Bryce’s story 💓💓💓

[@jennbati6277]

I’m so sorry for your loss and I’m so sorry he got such a late diagnosis of autism. Not having the services you need as a special needs person can be extremely detrimental. Thank you for sharing his story. Sending love and healing energy. May the Lord renew your strength In Jesus Name 🙏🏽

[@Mystique_Missy86]

Thank you for sharing Bryce story! Your such a beautiful person inside and out! May God send the peace and comfort during such a difficult time. Namaste Queen, Bless Up!

[@ilonagasiorska7112]

@@indiyahjackson ❤️

[@donaldpittman4303]

God sometimes wants his angels back in heaven so he called Bryce home. Treasure the moments you had. Please hug your mom for me and tell her I thinks she's wonderful she's all that

[@sylvialoatman-omer3657]

Bryce was an exceptional young man and one of my daughter’s best friends. She misses him every day. I’ll continue to pray for you and your family. Thank you for having the courage to share your story.

[@indiyahjackson]

We love you!!!

[@brendakruger2597]

I feel so heartbroken for this lady. It is so challenging to bring up a child nowadays

[@carolynmckinney4382]

PRAYING for you 🙏 I understand what you are going through. Continue to step out and continue to share your story. It's going to help someone.

[@TerryFord-sr9nr]

My heart aches for this family.. Thank you having the courage to have compassion on this family. I've also lost 2 Brothers to fentanyl overdose. I'm praying with you for the family.❤❤❤

[@feliciarose1071]

Bryce was murdered.. none of these children just passed away. They are being murdered.

[@janeymac868]

If there is any comfort this mother can take from Bryce's story I hope it is that Bryce lived his whole life only ever knowing her unconditional love . Much love to her and her family. RIP Bryce❤

[@SallyBedow]

This mom is so well spoken about this issue. My goodness, how horrible for these families.

[@SaWilliam]

Please stop telling black people that they are well spoken. It’s silent racism. You will never tell a white person that they are well spoken. Just saying.

[@amandamctyre1615]

Autistic Mom here… I was raised in Upper Marlboro. My son was diagnosed with Autism at 18 months, very early! I moved to Annapolis and got superior care and moved to OKC then Texas also superior care . After high school, the care plummeted ! He’s in his 30’s now and doing well but the mental health care just wasn’t there after high school . Adults need continuing care too. I’m so sorry for your loss of Bryce.

[@avishopkins8295]

❤❤❤❤❤

[@lindahardin9855]

❤❤❤❤❤ sending you 💖 and prayers.

[@JosedeJezeus]

When I wish I were dead, I watch these videos to keep going. Thank you for sharing your story. Sorry for your loss 💔

[@shannonnic7361]

Reach out when you feel like... Peer support may be helpful

[@Msmistya]

Stay strong! 💪🏾💪🏾

[@nicoler4143]

Real shit

[@vegasbabyy]

If that is working for you, keep it up!! ❤

[@alyssaterrazas9204]

me to honestly these storys really touch me❤

[@kingstonsmommy8017]

As a mom with a kiddo on the spectrum, I knew in the first 5 minutes of her describing Bryce that he was autistic. This makes me super sad because our black children deserve better in health care. We are not invincible, mental health is real

[@meta37]

@@kingstonsmommy8017 I did as well. I said to my self sounds like another black child misdiagnosed. My prayers are with this family.

[@fairymagic697]

I did too. I've worked with a lot of young children with autism in schools. I now work with families in CPS & feel that many of the parents are on the spectrum, but because of their drug addiction & past trauma, society just thinks that if they're clean all will be good. Obviously they had mental or physical issues before they got hooked or they wouldn't have resorted to a life of drug addiction & all the things that go with it.

[@MountainGirlwIPA]

Bryce's story is identical to my son's. The only difference is Nash survived but I have to believe that it was just by a hair thin piece of luck or whatever you want to call it. Thank you so much for sharing. I know we are not alone. RIP Bryce ❤ You're a wonderful mom❤

[@michellescarlett4023]

Mine too

[@JoeBidensdirtydiaper]

@@MountainGirlwIPA it’s called by the grace of God. Not luck. The miracle of your son being alive is not sheer happenstance

[@naturalwarrior8127]

My condolences to you also.❤❤❤

[@LINDALCASH]

MY MOM TOLD ME OVER 50YRS. AGO. YOU CAN LOOSE MAMA, DADDY, BROTHER, SISTER IN DEATH, BUT THERE IS NO PAIN & KNOW HEARTACHE WORST THAN THE LOSS OF A CHILD . SHE SAID THAT PAIN /MISERY IN YOUR HEAR WILL BE THERE FOREVER. MRS. JACKSON PLEASE EXCEPT MY HEARTFELT CONDOLENCES .😢❤😢 ❤🙏

[@tierrajohnson2081]

I am currently battling addiction to Opioids. I got addicted when it was prescribed to me! It’s awful how sick you get when you don’t take it but I refuse to let this beat me! I’m so sorry for your loss but thank you for telling your story to save others! Just saved me!

[@TexasPictures]

Thank you for sharing. I've passed your message along to all the storytellers in this series. We also have a series of addiction recovery stories that you might find interesting. Here's a link to the playlist: From Addiction to Recovery - kzbin.info/aero/PLdCPA32W_p39Z8hi7xSIX3Fkqmhd7mRzj

[@chedebnam6025]

Father pray for this child of yours. Father guide this person

[@meelaj111]

🙏🏽❤️

[@darswearington1244]

🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@juliapintexas1845]

@tierrajohnson2081 God we come to you humbly in prayer asking that you give Tierra courage, strength to successfully break free from her addiction. Please give her immense comfort during times of detoxification to facilitate her success. We ask that you continue to put your servants in her path going forward so she does not walk through this storm alone. God we ask blessings beyond understanding be bestowed upon her and let your light shine through her so others will see through you all battles will be won! We ask this in the name of your great son Jesus Christ. Amen!

[@KimfromMichigan-x2u]

Dear Kim, I saw on your shirt that tomorrow would be Bryces birthday. I will be thinking of you and your family. I am so sorry. Kim from Michigan

[@lashurediscussion4970]

She nailed it, when she said that many of these teenagers addiction starts with prescription that they were prescribed and once the doctors discover they are addictive they stop the prescription leading them to turn to street drugs.

[@SONNYBOY_365]

This is so...... True hunn

[@LaCrystalHendrix]

And I never thought of it like that. Makes so much sense.

[@deboramccallum3987]

Exactly, which is what's happening. People who ñeed it for pain are not getting it which is turning people to the street...insane

[@forevergrateful4012]

I am a nurse practitioner and I agree with your comment. Now that it has become a crisis, most providers are cracking down on prescribing medications with high risks of dependence/tolerance. I have clients come to me who have been on opioids, hypnotics, and/or benzodiazepines for 20+ years! It makes me upset because prescribers know fhe risks associated with long term use of controlled substances. It is a slippery slope when it comes to beneficience and maleficience. It is difficult for providers because we want to help clients live a pain/symptom free life but we also have to remember to consider and discuss medication risks and do what we can to minimize those risks.

[@sylview3808]

@@deboramccallum3987 ... exactly 💯

[@JayJay32186]

This is a mother who did EVERYTHING. She did everything within her power to help her son and that is amazing. As soon as she said he was a tinkerer, I thought of autism. My daughter and I both are on the spectrum. It’s so easy to miss if the child speaks on time and demonstrates no cognitive impairment. In fact, he sounded gifted, which is also sometimes the case with autism. Back then when Bryce was little, ADHD was the common diagnosis, and it is such a shame he was misdiagnosed not once, but twice. Autism is often misdiagnosed as bipolar, as well. I will pray so hard for this family. Thinking about Bryce wanting to spend time with his mom, as a teenager, is so sweet it breaks my heart. My daughter is the same way, just wants to be by my side. Thank God for angels like the social worker who not only saw what Bryce was really going through, but had the sense of responsibility to tell his mother. Going through life autistic is like going through it on hard mode. My daughter was late to speak and had the other classic symptoms, so she was diagnosed at 3. I was diagnosed at 37. I wonder what my life could have been had I gotten help sooner. I even asked to see a therapist at 16 bc I knew something was wrong with me, but my mom was so consumed with the stigma that she told me no. Not even could I see the school counselor. Bryce was truly blessed to have a mother like you who never gave up trying to help. You are an angel. I wish you peace in knowing that sharing his story has helped. You are erasing stigma. You are making a huge difference. I feel seen and I see you. God bless you and your family.

[@fairymagic697]

That was a heartfelt comment. When kids start using at a young age, most likely they are struggling mentally & emotionally and when they use that drug that works for them, I feel they are afraid to let go of it.

[@joolzg1936]

This Momma is so strong. She really went through a very hard time raising her son. What an amazing Mother.❤

[@Mary-po4ti]

I read so many kids Dying from drugs. Poor parents and Family friends. It can happen to Anyone!

[@beverlyjohnson1921]

She is amazing!

[@PerfectlyVoiceless]

This mother did an amazing job at honoring her son, discussing the mental/ behavioral challenges that many people and their loved one face while also, discussing the horrible events that so many are experiencing here, among various issues. Sending you lots of love and prayers ❤🙏🏾

[@Wanderluster888]

Finally, a black child on drugs being sympathized with. Prayers for this family.

[@sueallen952]

@Wanderluster888 EVERY child/ person should be sympathised with everyone is a human being and every child needs help with this regardless of their skin colour

[@pinkdot8801]

@@sueallen952 I think her point is that statistically young black men are demonized and looked at as criminals when they have a drug problem. But it is considered an epidemic when young people of other races have drug problems. She was just acknowledging that it’s nice to see a young black man receiving sympathy for being addicted to drugs. Of course every person should be sympathized with but that’s not often the case.

[@maxxinethewoopitcher]

@@pinkdot8801🙏🏿 a child could understand this.

[@danyellewhitehead7625]

❤❤❤ well showing sympathy for a brown kid… like or not. Haft to give credits when a shift is seeing to be saying all children yes!!! But we got to bring it up! Don’t feel bad. Thank you for your note!

[@choleworld4417]

@@Wanderluster888 🖤

[@T.Tice90]

Whew!! I felt goosebumps. The minute she said they pronounced Bryce at 2:09 I look up at my phone, and it was 2:09. This breaks my heart to pieces. I also live here in Maryland, not far from Bowie. Work as a teacher, and this is a very scary era we live in. RIP Bryce, you will be missed ❤

[@ReRe13-]

I looked at my phone and it was 09:02 😢

[@kimberlyanne434]

Here in PHX I wrote my first response at @6:02‼️ I’m up early for a doctors appointment. I’d say Bryce is using his moms viewers as a vehicle to let his family know he’s at peace and watching over them.

[@avishopkins8295]

❤❤❤❤❤

[@barbaracarter1930]

My passed away from Fentanyl on 6/21/2023. He was 20 years old. I am praying for you. We like in Fort Worth Tx.

[@marciethompson3846]

Sorry, your son passed away from fentanyl poisoning. I hope you have folks to support you in your loss and grief.

[@Talk2thahand24]

@@barbaracarter1930 I’m so very sorry to hear that. I’m in North/Fort. Worth Keller so that hits close to home. My condolences!

[@sbrownie]

His birthday is tomorrow. First special day in the Great Beyond. Happy Birthday, Bryce!🎉❤☝🏾

[@kimberleypatterson4830]

Happy Heavenly Birthday Bryce

[@RhondaCroom]

@sbrownie happy heavenly birthday Bryce rip

[@avishopkins8295]

❤❤❤❤❤

[@gerrigreen7795]

❤

[@justamediumdeal5828]

The strength in this woman.

[@danacaro-herman3530]

@justamediumdeal. She's amazing isnt she?

[@avishopkins8295]

❤❤❤❤❤

[@robineppinette4056]

Bryce was a beautiful child .. he looked like you.. im so sorry for your loss .praying for you..Thanks Texas pictures as always thanks for shedding light with these video's

[@TexasPictures]

Thank you for your comments.

[@AM-js6ul]

“ I was there when he came into the world and I was there when he left “ 😢🥺😞

[@constancewilliams1486]

This poor baby was self medicating. I lost both my daughters to cancer, but regardless of the reason for the death, it is still a thing you never get over. God bless you and your family.

[@bushcrafter6416]

Every family in America has been hit by this horrible National Emergency

[@acheeksgaming4849]

My daughter.

[@ellenhaas3769]

My family has not been affected. My daughter is healthy and happy and smokes weed. She works out, eats healthy, drinks a lot of water and has an active social life and goes to bed early every night. Her friends do the same.

[@catheabrown3436]

Not my family yet but I have had people I know. It's sad. I know it's drug heads in my family but it hasn't happened

[@brendakruger2597]

It mostly starts with becoming addicted to Prescription drugs.

[@edwardsbarbara25]

@@ellenhaas3769 I hope you know how incredibly fortunate you have been

[@katherinekaufman9856]

Bryce was a bright, handsome, young man. He had a loving family and all the potential in the world. His passing was a loss to all of humanity.

[@sfwatxyo2162]

Sounds like you know them. Where was his father? Did his dad have a mental health history?

[@ValerieGriner]

@@sfwatxyo2162 Watch the video. She says the dad is diagnosed with bipolar disorder.

[@indiyahjackson]

@@sfwatxyo2162My father deals with his own mental health issues and minds his business like you should be.

[@mariela06012]

⁠@@indiyahjacksonim so sorry for your loss, I cried as I heard your mom telling your brother story! Dont pay attention to certain comments like this one! I don’t understand why they are asking bout your dad when the story is about your brother!! Again Im sorry for your loss, sending hugs your way!

[@sfwatxyo2162]

​@@mariela06012 I am asking about his dad because there's a genetic component to mental illness and involved fathers matter and could've made a difference in his son's struggles.

[@tinkerbell8334]

To the Jackson family. My condolences to Mama Jackson don't beat yourself up you did all you could it was a accident I don't think he was seeking suicide he just wanted to calm his thoughts down. He is resting in Heaven.❤ Amen

[@mirandamayfield59]

I lost my best friend of 16 years to fentanyl 11/27/2023 & it changed my life forever ! May his soul continue to rest in heaven 💐

[@Teika1987]

Dang he passed before his 18th birthday so sad praying for his family.

[@mauriceevans6546]

I was having a hard time keeping up with her story, I was fixated on Bryce story, but also how beautiful she is as a mother and person. May God bless you, and may his spirit keep you in perfect peace.

[@bereatha1]

You are such loving and attentive mom and you clearly did your best with Bryce. May he rest in perfect peace. My best friend lived in Bowie MD for many years I would fly out to visit her and I commend you for raising your children in such a nice area. May the Lord Bless you and Keep you in his Loving Care.

[@kimberlyanne434]

I love what you said , may his spirit keep you in perfect peace❣️

[@sarahmorrow208]

Another heartbreaking story from a parent who did so much right. Prayers and hugs

[@garyh5541]

Another Young Man gone! Leaving Parents and family behind! RIP Bryce👋

[@applejellypucci]

It's so hard raising neurodivergent children. The things that placate neurotypical young adults don't touch the issues of rage and anxiety that seem to beleaguer families dealing with such issues. Mom did what she could with what she had.

[@dianefitzgerald6707]

My heart hurts for this mom....her beautiful baby boy