Fentanyl and Crystal Meth Addict interview-Jason

[@sproutsrevil6508]

He’s walking dead at 26. My heart feels heavy for this young man

[@openmike4559]

Best way to put it.

[@sproutsrevil6508]

@@openmike4559 Very likeable guy. Such a tragedy

[@nor_cal530]

My heart feels for whoever has to come close to those feet

[@billyashaba5036]

Barely walking as it is...but yes. A very sad situation especially at this age.

[@sproutsrevil6508]

@@billyashaba5036 barely walking indeed. So terribly sad. Seems a nice boy

[@Toonces666]

“I just be trying to block out my emotions for the most part.” The story of addiction in one sentence. What a world!

[@LP-jn4tw]

Someone instilled shame in him for something he should be proud of: being gay. If you're raised in a gay-hating family/community/country and you're gay, you live with self-hatred. Self-hatred is the common thread in addiction, and it's usually instilled by external forces. Like it is with Jason. It is truly hard to process being so universally hated just for loving who you love.

[@chrisbrownlovesrihanna]

No, it's not. It's inane emotional gas lighting nonsense that he learned from some counselor to use an excuse for his total lack of self control.

[@OligoST]

@@LP-jn4twI agree completely. Most addicts internalize external stressors. In fact, we have a really hard time learning how to not internalize external stressors. If someone says something hateful to me, I am going to think about it for days on end and probably develop a bit of self-doubt along the way.

[@OligoST]

@@chrisbrownlovesrihanna If addiction is just a silly oversight in your eyes, then explain why it affects so many people.

[@ruthm1384]

@@LP-jn4tw Exactly, and it doesn't have to be the matter of being gay, but the fact alone that there were, and are things that he could not share with his parents out of fear of them not accepting him as he is. So he must have grown up incredibly lonely, having to hide and mask his true self from his parents. And not having your parents to turn to, when you have a problem. I always keep telling my son, that no matter what he has done, no matter in how deep of a trouble he may find himself in, he can always count on me loving him unconditionally and welcoming him with open arms, and that I am always there to help him. There are no things we cannot overcome by sticking together. There may be things that are out of our control to change, but even then, we can go through it together and love and support one another, and it will be so much easier to bear.

[@BestHeelInBusiness]

Poor guy has lymphadema and in danger of sepsis. It hurts myself that the guy is struggling and the one thing he worries about is hurting his father because he's gay. This world is cruel

[@ibbjos08]

My Good, he's walking around shoeless with that condition on Skid Row, I cannot imagine.

[@jacobsawchyn93]

As a gay man, my mouth dropped at that being the his biggest hang-up and source of shame. How do people get so entrenched that loving someone of the same sex would be worse than dying of sepsis in the streets?! This is why Pride is still an important annual celebration.

[@AnaFernandez-jp5uh]

It's likely infected from tranq and not lynphadema.

[@rae672]

I pray to God my kids never feel like I can't/won't acknowledge accept and adore them. Everyone should feel safe and encouraged to be themselves esp at home

[@tammic2016]

@@jacobsawchyn93it’s absolutely heartbreaking 💔

[@5thdimension954]

Our daughter does wound care for ppl on skid row and says everyone is always so gracious for the care she gives them. She’s a nurse practitioner but just got accepted to medical school. She’s a natural born leader but is humble and quiet about her accomplishments so I’ll brag on her behalf. I’m so proud of her. Seeing the pain this guy must be in just brings to mind how grateful I am for our girl.

[@carolseven3802]

God bless your daughter for working with the poorest of the poor. I’m sure she learned compassion from you.

[@nhlibra]

Your daughter sounds fabulous. My first experience with a N.P. was in CA when I lived there in the 80s. I have seen several throughout the years and they have all been AMAZING. God Bless her kindness for treating people on Skid Rowe. Im proud of her and I don't even know her. Good job, Mom & Dad! ⛑❤❤😘

[@judahbarracuda_]

Your daughter sounds like an amazing person. We really need more people like her out here man. You should be proud

[@ShoeString13]

Poor girl, hope she finds better job far away.

[@marymurphy1393]

Your daughter is a street angel. God bless her for her wonderful work.

[@whoisharo4689]

TAKE HIM STRAIGHT TO THE HOSPITAL. Hes in danger of septic shock.

[@nate6045]

You can't force someone to go to the hospital

[@LoraCorkhill-wm9pk]

He would just leave.

[@zeezerzam]

Yup, he'd refuse to go🤷‍♂️

[@Eva-dh3hm]

Mark get him to the hospital/doctor immediately!

[@nhlibra]

Without a doubt, Mark and his team that works for him...do a lot for these interviewees behind the scenes (where we don't see). Some will go, some will refuse. Just a guess on my part but Mark has a heart and I'm sure the encouragement happens.

[@itziar6792]

Please get/accept help Jason, you are a strong, valid human being who deserves to enjoy life as you are. All my love from Spain.

[@wayneburgess2885]

Jason, get your ass to an emergency room. Stay in there till they tell you you have to go. That leg is septic. Not tomorrow. Now.

[@gerryr4224]

@@wayneburgess2885 Looks like a very bad blood clot - very serious.

[@Gladgrampa]

I can't wrap my head around how awful his leg looks. This man needs serious medical attention.

[@heavenlydays2838]

Unfortunitly..Amputation will likely be needed

[@krisadams327]

What caused it?

[@EaglePlaneAnchor]

​@@krisadams327 Heart failure symptom

[@sirbaronvoncount4147]

The black is dead cells and skin. This can go septic and kill.

[@sirbaronvoncount4147]

Dirty needles and bad hygiene and lack of nutrition maybe

[@SippinOnSumSweetTeaa]

I often think about the emotional toll this takes on you, Mark. Some days are more heavy than others, I’m sure. Thank you for your service to the future generations that will learn from your work.

[@nhlibra]

You're right. Mark's videos are "evergreen". Lots of information now and future.

[@kimbere4632]

You can hear the alarm in his voice

[@sissy8563]

Man.... I pray some of his family sees him on here and reaches out to help him. I know he's an adult and they can't force him, but I hope he gets some help.

[@justmyopinion2]

I had a middle age son that was mentally ill, he lived on the streets for YEARS! Legally, parents can't do anything to force treatment where we live. My son's mental illness tricked him, he thought he was normal even though he told us he was a 5 star general, played for the Buccaneers, he was married to Jessica Alba, etc. he was very sick, and he drank like a fish to self-medicate. I worked behind the scenes with homeless advocates that had tools, as minimal as they were, to try to get him into treatment, when they did it was short term only, not enough. Over time my son's brain, his psychosis, erased us completely. Last May, he was found deceased in a parking garage from a Fentanyl overdose, apparently he started drug use and it took him out. Parents often watch from afar in complete horror as their adult child dies bit by bit with no ability to stop it. The mental healthcare system needs to be revamped from top to bottom, we need to do better! My heart breaks for the young people out there in this condition and sadly, it's not getting any better.

[@LauraMatthews-bv8lb]

I am Jasons aunt. His entire family lives on the east coast. 2 years ago his family tried to bring him home. He wanted to go back. He was not ready to be helped.

[@clairelumiere2901]

Sorry to hear that and I feel for you! I know it may not be possible, but is there any chance someone in the family could try again and see if he might be ready now? Particularly his father may be able to get through to him if he would tell him he loves him. As you may know, with his leg like that he may not have much time left. This is heartbreaking.

[@clairelumiere2901]

Laura, I’ve been trying to reply to his sister Faith but my replies get deleted. Please tell her to click the circular channel icon under the video screen and then click the small right arrow to find the description with Mark’s email. Thank you.

[@CrisFiedler-x1m]

Tell his dad not to be a ******* about him being gay. Poor guy he just needs support and love like everyone. I hope he will find that one day

[@lindaburleyson]

This is sooo sad. Makes me want to cry as he's probably stealing or worse to support his habit. We def need psychiatric hospitals !

[@DonMateo-pz6nz]

@@CrisFiedler-x1mhe ain’t gay it’s from the methamphetamine. Use google. Meth clouds young men’s minds and makes them think they are gay.

[@katenolan8095]

This is so heartbreaking to see. He grew up in my neighborhood and I went to high school with him. I always wondered what happened to him after he disappeared from social media, but I always hoped he was doing well. He was always so intelligent and has a lot of potential. It seems he’s using a different name now, but I hope his family still sees this and steps in. “Jason”, if you ever read this: There are people who love and care about you. Recovery is possible and please get help before it’s too late. I’m praying for you 🩷

[@a_bode1]

I pray that Jason finds a way to pick himself up, get clean and save his leg. Such a sweet smart boy. I say "boy" as a mother. It is heartbreaking, my son is 24, doesn't talk with me and I worry all the time. I identify strongly with this story. I pray that this boy finds his way back home, there is a chance that his father and mother will understand. Jason, you don't have to tell your family everything now. You need help and you are young. Being gay is ok. Now you need to get yourself to the doctor and detox. You are intelligent and you are strong. Please get help. Lots of love from Sydney Australia

[@yylb5496]

Enquanto há vida há esperança Big hug for you mom, from Portugal

[@technomickdocumentalist2495]

I sincerely hope that your son comes around and sees sense, and then comes back into your life. Mam’s are hero’s and deserve love and respect. 🙏☮️🙏

[@a_bode1]

@@technomickdocumentalist2495 Thank you for your kind words 🙏🍀♥️ My twins, I have ain and a daughter cut me off 3 years ago because I made a 5min polite call to their father. I am so sorry for any parent and the children trapped in misconceptions. If we can't heal the families, what chance do we have in healing the countries. It is a separate topic I realise. I hope that Jason finds strength to go home, heal and get his life back. At 26, so many conflicting emotions drive decisions. In Jason's story, as he himself realises, the prescription drugs lead to drug abuse. It is ugly and, criminal.

[@a_bode1]

@@yylb5496 🙏 ❤️

[@a_bode1]

@@technomickdocumentalist2495 I just perused the videos on your channel and saw the captivating stories you assembled. Every life contains a story we all can learn from. Thank you for posting.

[@kenhur9800]

A guy that should be in his physical prime, looking destroyed, with little time left

[@wayneburgess2885]

China, Mexico, blue city/ state politics.

[@kenhur9800]

@@wayneburgess2885 So no one like him exist in red states hahaha

[@bentonja668]

​@@wayneburgess2885there are no red cities...

[@gmoney0077]

Jason’s severe addictions are even manifested in the way he guzzles the entire can Canada Dry and Gatorade. Very powerful interview and you could hear the utter sadness and hopelessness in Mark’s voice when asking his questions.

[@craigslist6988]

sounded like talking into an emotional black hole.. similar to the last interview.. people who are just giving up. What's crazy is that people who know skid row say this isn't cherry picking the saddest stories.. these are happening every single day there. It's so depressing that they probably have hundreds of interviews like this one but if they only ever showed these interviews people would probably stop watching SWU. People don't want to look at hopeless situations, which is why skid row exists.

[@nhlibra]

Interesting observation. My son just lost one of his high school friends from unliving himself. We talked a lot on the phone about the whole situation. He mentioned that he felt his friend always had an addictive personality and that he noticed it even when they were in high school. Your observation took me right back to that conversation, my son observed behaviors like you just did. He was 17/18 at the time.

[@siddhartha740]

Living on the street, it's rare that you get to eat or drink

[@gmoney0077]

@@nhlibra Thank you for sharing your story and ironically I had a similar experience to your sons. My best friend (since kindergarten) took his life due to alcoholism and other substance abuse issues and addictions. He was an immensely talented Chef that graduated with honors from the Culinary Institute of America in NY…was executive chef at some of the top restaurants in the country, but he just couldn’t climb off that slippery slope of addiction. It’s truly tragic what this disease can do to a soul and it doesn’t discriminate.

[@nhlibra]

@@gmoney0077 That is so sad about your friend. He sounds like he really reached marks in life that others only dream of, definitely strive for. My son's friend was from a very wealthy family, he had plenty of love and support but the same thing...pills after high school and alcohol. He and his father went to AA together. These are things I just learned. Such a tragedy for the family.

[@TaylorM6668]

It’s scary to see what trauma can do to us if we ignore our pain.

[@ruthm1384]

And how they often say, that they had a good childhood. Yet, if you enquiry further, it becomes quite obvious that there were many things that were traumatising, and could easily lead to addiction as a pain relief.

[@KathleenClark-m7i]

He is not sharing his true self with anyone. Denial, denial, denial. Immature and certainly not self aware. Poor kid.

[@SparkyTuttle]

My guess that over the next few years we will understand that trauma is behind more people within the sex industry and drug addicts. I have been in internet squabbles over people making fun of the zombies on the street. My take is that no one wants to be like that when they still had hope to rise above the trauma.

[@michaelvincent3874]

Not only are the majority of these interviewees full of ridiculous excuses, but apparently, some people watching buy it hook/line/sinker.

[@luvyatubers]

@@SparkyTuttle just don't put all the blame on the family. Greedy corrupt family court is largely to blame in divorced families

[@Midtown95060]

I didn’t get sober until I was 26. I’m 40. Drugs and alcohol isn’t even a thought at this point. I know you can have a fruitful meaningful happy life.

[@Blackcatt704]

If the drugs don’t kill him, a blood infection just might. So young, 26. Heartbreaking how these drugs just grip the mind and they can’t let go. Prayers to you Jason.

[@anoncat]

Feel sorry for him and pray for him…. Say no to drugs, it’s common slogan that we always mentioned here in Hong Kong… but it’s hard to imagine the real stories happened behind these people and what they really go through and how hard to quit the addiction…it’s really heartbreaking

[@FAFO0072]

Sad

[@dancassale7805]

I personally know Jason. Met him in Fl back in the day, he tried a few times. Not everyone gets recovery but it dont make them bad people. Im clean 33 years ive seen the saddest stories. All that said when he was clean he was a great guy & super funny. Jason I love u bro its Dan in Fl. God bless u bro u are in my prayers

[@mikefurr5281]

So this is what it looks like when you love someone dearly but you've decided that you have failed them and your ashamed of who you are to them. Jason's father, if your out there watching this, find your son, tell him you love and help him if he'll let you.

[@phyllisrastelli9343]

Yes,I just really hope his father sees this video and reaches to him and helps him get the help he needs. ❤❤❤

[@AlirioArteaga]

Psychedelics saved me from years of uncontrollable depression, anxiety, smoking, and illicit pills addiction. Imagine carving heavy chains for over a decade and then all of a sudden that burden is gone. Believe it or not, in a couple of years they'll be all over for treatment of mental health related issues.

[@EvaGerritsen]

Psilocybin is legal in some states and mushroom therapy is allowed in many states as a legitimate medical treatment. So I believe soon it'll be globally used as a treatment for anxiety, depression, and more.

[@WalterChris-zk9jw]

To be honest, mushrooms are one of the most amazing things on the planet and it is natural, they serve in many ways not only for mental related issues.

[@AugustasBalciunas]

Can you help me with a reliable source I would really appreciate it. Many people talk about mushrooms and psychedelics but nobody talks about where to get them. It is very hard to get a reliable source here in New Zealand. Really need!

[@AlfonsoGavilanes]

Yes, Sporeville. I had the same experience with anxiety, depression, PTSD, and addiction... Mushrooms definitely made a huge difference to why I'm clean today.

[@HeidiSchneider-vh1xj]

I wish they were readily available in my place. Microdosing was my next plan of care for my husband. He's 59 & has many mental health issues plus probably CTE & a TBI that left him in a coma 8 days. It's too late now I had to get a TPO as he's 6'6 300+ pound homicidal maniac. He's constantly talking about killing someone. He's violent. Anyone reading this Familiar w/ BPD knows if it is common for an obsession with violence.

[@arthurmcmahon3220]

Please help this young man at least get to a doctor. I’m from Manchester New Jersey, a recovering drug addict, and I’m willing to drive him any where he needs. I’m blessed to be able say I made it out. I want to help

[@lynetteparr7002]

My spirit weeps for this young man. Praying for a better life, health, unconditional love, and happiness for him.

[@alyaward4094]

I hope he gets help while his mind is not far gone, the foot might not be able to be saved, sending positive vibes to him

[@robertlopez5294]

I’m so thankful that I was able to get clean before this fentanyl epidemic hit. It’s scary how this shit is everywhere now.

[@jalendavis5588]

This system is fucking horrible. How tf are we just letting people walk around like this. This is despicable.

[@Ridendrty]

The “system” is knowingly letting Chinese derived fentanyl into our wide open southern border.

[@Chungalhunga]

They have money and people for color revolutions and several wars at the same time, but not for ordinary people who are paying them.

[@derek10w]

It's getting to a point where you have to force help onto these people. Oregon tried decriminalizing drugs and turning drug related police encounters into opportunities for people like Jason to get linked up with resources. It's not working. Homelessness and overdoses have both risen, and very few people are accepting help. Can't blame them either. When you're high out of your mind and approached by the police, are you actually inclined to get clean and work some mediocre 9 to 5 and live paycheck to paycheck for the rest of your life? That doesn't sound very appetizing.

[@Ridendrty]

The choice people make are horrible. Not just this young man but people of all walks of lofe make horrible choices that lead to consequences like poor health, economic doom, spiritual death and emotional trauma. No human “system” can outpace the prevalence of horrible self inflicted consequences humans cause.

[@Sleeper54321]

​@@derek10whow do you "force" help onto these people without violating their rights? That's the catch. There are resources in place but a person has to be a willing participant. You can't just handcuff a guy like this to a hospital bed for his own good.

[@Ariel-ck9he]

Being gay is nothing to be ashamed of. It breaks my heart he feels it is.

[@tjwoosta]

I'm certain even he is aware that his current life choices are far more disgraceful than who he sleeps with.

[@MartinSmith156]

True but society makes gay or bisexual MEN, gay or bisexual women have it a lot easier, feel like crap or there less than . CONSTANTLY. It's ingrained in our society and now Trump and his supporters are openly admitting it now

[@fixingnfishing2044]

Please tell me that guy doesn’t actually believe his leg is like that by laying on it too long? That is badly poisoned and suffering from lack of circulation. The sores are going to start getting worse and rotting. That needs immediate attention or it will require amputation down the line.

[@BèástYouTube-69]

bro your father is going to love you no matter what, epically if he still makes an effort to see u now and then shows he cares a lot about you

[@carolseven3802]

We hope but I’m not so sure. Not everyone has the same capacity to love.

[@alreadycomplete1213]

Unfortunately not everyone is blessed with compassionate and understand family members. You probably did and that's why you are not a drug addict on the street and can't fathom his situation. It's far more likely those on the street do not have a good family or friends

[@alreadycomplete1213]

@KoalaBeer. bro. it's not that simple.

[@alreadycomplete1213]

@KoalaBeer. I bet you believe "everything in life is your choice" "all my problems are self created" "if only yall would meditate and manifest success yall wouldn't be *choosing* to do crack and live in a tent under the bridge"

[@livelauflace]

My heart dropped when he said he was scared to either die alone or have his father find out he's gay. This should never ever be the case. We should not have kids to push our own agendas on them, you should accept and love them for exactly who they are. Don't have kids if you can't do that.

[@MTB_FANATIC99]

Amen 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@leeannekidcaff9385]

Omg goodbyes to both legs. Poor man. I cant believe he is picking at it with such dirty hands. Brings me to tears. No judgement intended, as I'm a recovered/recovering addict myself.

[@klbbeeswillow]

This man is so broken, i see just a lost boy who just wants to not feel pain. Most who never been an addict dont understand most who become trapped with addiction, for me it felt like the little green monster thats inside us all took the wheel and just wanted to keep driving the wrong way no matter what . All i see is just pain with this young man who i can see has a sweetness to him and a person that's just existing and goal is to stay numb as much as possible. I have lost a few good guys just like Jason in my past and it breaks me down because they were beautful souls. Jason's leg is so bad and it looksnlike from dirty needles numerously . Sepsis is probably a definite 😢 I really really hope Jason gets help and i know thats wishful thinking because i know the realistic outcome but I really am pulling for him.

[@laurieyoung8065]

My Heart and Soul hurt so much for you Jason. I hope you get some medical help for your leg. Sending Blessings and much Love your way.

[@ow3wells]

His biggest regret is getting kicked out of school, I’m glad he said that because school gives people a focus in life, and in today’s society young people seem to found it less important.

[@LuvLight13]

Very very great point. It is so true.

[@nate6045]

School really doesn't give focus to kids with learning disabilities. Schools are not designed with people like that in mind. I got kicked out for sleeping in class when I was 17 and I went to find a job and nobody would hire me until I turned 18 because of labor laws. Was homeless because of that. Got a job once I turned 18, worked my way out of homelessness, went back to school while living on my own and working full time. That diploma got me nowheres. You need a college degree to get anywhere and college is even less accommodating.

[@ow3wells]

@@nate6045 You need a diploma to obtain a college degree.

[@ow3wells]

@@Mr._ED1914 Maybe he is thinking that if he had stayed in school, he may never had encountered drugs or drug addiction to this degree.

[@emilyk5718]

@@nate6045 tell the whole story. There's no way they expelled you from school because a teacher caught you sleeping 1 time. Absolutely no way. You had to do fucked up stuff over and over to get a full school expulsion. You need to really take an HONEST look at your life choices to see the real reason why your life has failed. And it's not from taking a nap 1 time in class.

[@MURDER_WITH_A_V]

“The way it hijacks our brains.” Dammit.

[@jonathanmcconnell3344]

Getting to the other side is a hell of a battle. I've done it, and it was not easy. That's some real truth, it completely changes the way we think.

[@ericaarcilesiderr2251]

This was the hardest one I have watched on SWU… I have watched several. Something about this one was so heartbreaking because it felt as if he knew he was going to die soon and did not care. Wherever he is.. I hope he knows that he matters, that he is important, that life can be better than it is right now. I want to ask him “what if your dad did accept that you are gay”? Then what? … I truly hope that his dad sees this before it’s too late and lets Jason know just how loved he is. In all honesty, I am not sure how long a leg like that can go without interfering with his bloodstream etc. My heart goes out to this one, thanks Mark.

[@alanlandvoigt79]

I feel so sorry for him. I'm Brazilian, 44 years old, coming from a small town of 12 thousand inhabitants. Today I live in NYC, for 7 years now. Seeing a 26-year-old reach this point due to addiction is heartbreaking. I wish I could be close so he would never say NOT REALLY when the question is: Do you have friends? Jason, listen: there's nothing wrong with being gay. Absolutely nothing. Don't give up on your life because you think people will stop loving you because of that. Love yourself first, today, tomorrow and throughout your life. If someone turns away from you because you're gay, say thank you. Love can't be bought. Either people love you for who you are or they shouldn't be in your life. Don't hurt yourself anymore, physically or mentally. Do what you want with your life, be full and always love, especially who you are. I hope and wish you find yourself and get your life back on track. I don't know you, but it would be a pleasure to call you a friend and have you around. I'm gay, I have a lawyer daughter in Brazil who is 23 years old and she loves her father. So, please, don’t give up on your life! … I lost my twin sister in a car accident with my father driving. A month after he got out of the hospital, his brother picked him up to visit my grandmother and they had a second accident that killed my father. I was 14 years old. Over time I discovered myself feeling attracted to men and the next thing I knew I was a father. I raised my daughter alone since she was 8 years old because her mother passed away after complications from depression. I could have a thousand reasons to give up, but no. Please take back your life and know that even if I don't know you, you have a friend here. Be strong and proud of yourself! 🙏🏽

[@BooBoosPalace]

❤❤❤

[@a_bode1]

What wonderful, kind and thoughtful words. I hope Jason reads these 🙏 Sometimes Hope is all we need. God bless you and your kindness ♥️

[@alanlandvoigt79]

@@a_bode1 God bless us. Life only makes sense (has meaning) when we wear other people's shoes. He's too young. He needs support, care and respect.

[@carolwilder2289]

💕🙏💕

[@a_bode1]

@@alanlandvoigt79 I completely agree with you.

[@1azhelenmo]

that is someone's child and No child should ever be afraid to tell anyone they are gay, A parent or a human shouldnt care who you lay next too ... I hope his father see's this and see's the weight his love and being accepted by him would mean and possible quide his son to get clean again

[@tumachi1992]

The American psyche has been rotted due to hyper individualism and this “black and white” version of morality. This kid has internalized self hatred due to rampant homophobia in our joke of a “progressive” society. Just because someone makes a mistake doesn’t mean we shouldn’t keep trying to help the most down trodden in our society no matter how many times it may take! Absolutely shameful he was “kicked out” of school at 14 and has little help as it stands at 26!

[@oldcats-n1c]

We have TV and internet now. American has always been this way. Montgomery Cliff and many others died as junkies.

[@sugarsore]

Amazing post. Thank you. I completely agree.

[@marcisunshine18]

I don’t think it’s the progressive side that did this guy wrong. It’s obviously the conservative side. The homophobic conservative side. Conservatives have banned the word gay in some states and any word that has to do with LGBTQ. How about we realize that being gay is not a choice. it seems like he would definitely choose to be straight if he could but look at what his father’s judgment has done to him.

[@mightyturkeyneck3498]

Are we not our brothers' keepers...? I must say, I'm heartened by all the compassion evinced in these comments. Not as much asshole judgemental shit as I was expecting. Maybe there's hope fer Humanity. 🦃👍🦃

[@lyddmercedes14]

Jason, my heart is breaking for you and your situation. I’m sorry for what you’re going thru. Please go to the hospital and at least take care of your leg. I’m praying that you can find peace and finally kick this shit 🙏🏼🩷

[@suzimaynard2171]

To judge is to not understand. To walk away is to not care. To listen is to learn. To love is the key. I will pray for you Jason.

[@LibrarianofParis]

I don’t know if the interviewer can get ahold of Jason again, but if you can, PLEASE tell him that: as a parent myself, I PROMISE you that your father would rather you be gay (and accept it happily) than be miserable on the streets.

[@ilovebuyers]

Jason praying for you! You broke my heart! I know how horrible addiction is! Praying for healing for your leg and your soul!

[@georgina4152]

Of the many interviewed, this young man tugged at my heart .... as they all do .... and yet .....

[@Queerpunx]

This is tragic. Not being comfortable within, leads to a lot of discomfort physically and mentally... It's such a rough cycle.

[@carolseven3802]

The longest 16 minutes I’ve spent in a while. This young man is going to loose his leg Meanwhile the border is wide open and the poison flows in like the tide. Mark thank you for listening to each person with your full, undivided attention. This is the only act of love most of them may experience. You teach us all every day without using any such words.

[@timmerdonkey]

I hope and pray you get him to a doctor for that leg. It would be great if he got fixed up,cleaned up and back on this show. at the point he's at deaths door.

[@additional__details]

Nothing to do with praying, the US just needs a proper healthcare system.

[@barbarabell8674]

Jason please go to the ER, your leg is going to kill you honey!

[@pamelaarciva4873]

Jason seems like he is very smart,sincere. I wish someone would reach out to his father. He loves his Dad very much. I pray he gets some medical help, shower,job and his life goes starts to head in the right direction ❤

[@steveb7429]

Hello Jason. If you happen to read this, please know that, yes, it’s very difficult to come out to our parents y. I actually spoke with a counselor who told me not to hide from my parents and to give them a chance, which I did. … for me my mother was easier although she did cry at first. But we always remained best friends and she ended up dying early at 57, so I was always very grateful that we had the time together where I shared my whole life with her. My dad took it a little longer, a few months ….. but he came around. In fact , we became vey close after that and when he was dying from cancer, he told me that he was proud to have me as his son. So really it’s important that you don’t hide from the people that you love and who love you. Give your dad a chance. As for your addiction, you say that your content. But you are in a very scary and dire situation and you need help. You deserve better and I’m sure your father would agree with me. Good luck to you.

[@Darkest_Soul_187]

"Yeah, I'm content. I'm alright" - you're everything but alright dude, and your days are numbered.

[@little-miss-happy]

Dear Jason take my word for it your dad would much rather have a gay son than a dead son! PLEASE TELL HIM PLEASE TELL HIM SO YOU CAN FINALLY MOVE FORWARD!!! Parents LOVE your sons! He says aderall was his first drug abuse- that’s so very very sad! We put all these children on drugs from kindergarten and wonder why we have a drug pandemic.

[@wooly1950]

If this was used as an educational study for students on their last year of high school, i'm wondering how many lives would be saved !

[@mistylavae2433]

Definitely!

[@thematriarchy2075]

This should be used for people who think about making children

[@ritamccomas9271]

Should be FIRST 😊day of school, so many never see their last day.

[@WeebJail]

none. his problem is that his dad is ashamed of him. no amount of internet videos will make your parents love you.

[@Lunar_Capital]

@@thematriarchy2075 Or recklessly going around boning one another until they make a child. Not that will change anything, but one can wish it does.

[@WHEN1NROM3]

wow... This interview is next level.

[@SparkyTuttle]

Holy cow! He's 26! My heart breaks for him. His future is short unless he understands he's closer to death than he thinks. Anything is possible if you want to reach out and do the work. I wish I saw that fight in his eyes.

[@babzcandlenook26]

God please help this young man. Heart breaking.

[@breadlowry]

God's are superstition. There are real reasons this sort of thing happens to people.

[@Seyir_Kanali]

It's good that you informed God, maybe He can help Jason.

[@Lunar_Capital]

The universe is a petri dish. God just sits back and watches. Sorry!

[@babzcandlenook26]

Sorry but I disagree. I believe God is fully aware of each of our situations and infirmities. Also that we need to do our part in requesting His help.

[@GnOhmen]

Heartbreaking, damn. 😔 Hope that J gets the help he needs. So young and handsome also. Please help him some way to get better. Sending healing-energy to you Jason! Following up here on his health and so i hope 🙏

[@marcisunshine18]

Love your children UNCONDITIONALLY! This is how I know gay is NOT a choice. Poor guy. I wish him health, happiness, and unconditional love.💕

[@HughCorbyCruick]

This is my 42nd year working in the addiction field. A guy like this almost dares you to care about him instead of giving up on him. The thing is, when you see enough people come back from situations like his, you don’t give up on him. But first, he needs medical attention. Fast.

[@AB-yx9en]

Very sad. I’d love to see a follow up where he’s doing better and his leg is ok. I hope he finds some peace, no matter how. Jason, you shouldn’t feel shame for being gay. Don’t let the idea of a higher power make you think that. A higher power would never make you ashamed of being who you are.

[@ruthm1384]

@@jensandersen7011 Prove it.

[@staceystewart5639]

⛪️🎚️⛪️ He Never Said That God Caused His Shame Of Being Gay…

[@AB-yx9en]

@@staceystewart5639 you’re right, he didn’t. If I was a gambling man though…

[@AB-yx9en]

@@staceystewart5639 why do you start every word with a capital letter?

[@AB-yx9en]

@@ruthm1384 prove it isn’t.

[@AMTTBT]

I pray he finds a way to get sober and stay that way. Everyone is worthy of God’s love and understanding. God bless this young man.

[@gracecassidy5194]

Mason 🥺 I’m relieved to know you’re alive but it breaks my heart to see this. I’m praying for you

[@michellenordee1522]

A close childhood , best friend who fell into meth had a Cellulitis infection like that. It even spread to her face. I barely recognized her, and we've known each other for 30ih years. She was Living in a squatter house with 17 people. She described two men as being monsters and the others as gatherers. And one of the most heart-wrenching things I had ever heard that just haunts me constantly for the last year. Was her telling me that she's been pistol whipped, but not raped because her infection was so gross. They didn't want to touch her, and then other women came in on fentanyl and were more happy to get raped for drugs. She was in jail recently and is trying to get sober. And hopefully she gets into a psych treatment. I'm a firm believer that she's borderline personality disorder. It's so crazy how self sabotage and she is. I can handle a lot of messed up stuff and I was kind of shocked on how I experienced anxiety for the first time talking to her. Because she will make others' lives awful/nightmare, but I still hope for the best.

[@fernandabjort]

Very good looking sweet talking guy. His eyes are beautiful. So sad to see him so young losing hope and accepting death on these streets... When he spoke, it sounded it was so close. I wish him a miracle, that he starts to love himself, accept himself, and overcome this nightmare. This story is like a mismatch, it doesn't belong there. Prayers for you Jason 🌹

[@SusanHartzell-w6o]

Praying for you young man. Faith over all fear. You CAN be a soul survivor. Godspeed.

[@mistylavae2433]

Do a follow up on him if possible. I hope he gets his leg looked at 😢

[@901mtn8]

This is making me cry, I hope he gets the help he needs.

[@andreahodge7430]

This makes me so sad for him. He needs to have that leg looked at and KEEP HIS HANDS AND NAILS OFF OF IT. I pray for him.

[@stuzz3511]

This poor guy needs lots of LOVE in his life and given the biggest hug ever! Some guys don't feel they belong in the lgbt community so they feel outcasts..He needs support ASAP 🙏✌️❤

[@jamison1280]

Ok, that leg is a medical emergency.

[@carlyclayton3920]

😯 Mason…I am so sorry. I am hoping you are still out there and hoping you find the strength and motivation to finally accept the help. Keep fighting.

[@chrisharding612]

i knew it was him sad to see used to hang out with him

[@ricko9879]

Life is over before it even began..

[@a_bode1]

I hope you are wrong 🙏 There is always hope that it may work out. This boy at 26 is smart and wise beyond his age.

[@HappyBill-i6j]

Jason has a whole life ahead of him. How I wish someone could help him; for, he can’t do it by himself.

[@shawnwilson4771]

One of your best interviews

[@peter4216]

WOW! It's early for this one. Hope he gets all the help he needs.

[@MsTez74]

I'm hoping his family see's this (especially his dad) and excepts him with open arms.

[@jolie08]

The way he said "Yeah.. I had dreams." just killed me.

[@cutie4uca]

It's so very sad seeing people fall victim to these drugs. My heart goes out to this dude ❤

[@herbertrodriquez6456]

As a recovering addict one thing I can tell you is that you need to want to get help, otherwise you'll never get better. I'm clean 26 years and never looked back.

[@ralphromeo7066]

His nonchalance concerning the abuse he's withstanding is off-putting. This man deserves better, yet he seems trapped in a perpetual downward spiral.

[@carolseven3802]

The blessing or the rejection of the father is heavy. Hitting the magic number of 18 or 21 doesn’t automatically cure those deep imbedded wounds. No one is talking to him and he’s already accepted his probable demise. He’s just trying to stay numb because it still hurts.

[@psyche6672]

I’m glad I came across his interview today

[@teelaurenmartin3405]

Really sad hearing him admit that he is not willing to recieve help he is offered...very sad!

[@LEV1ATHYN]

26 should be a man's physical prime. This guy is closer to the grave than your average 80 year old.

[@stevieboy9974]

That would break my heart if that was my son 🥺 I hope somebody helps him after this video

[@katherinetreiman9480]

Mark I hope you can get him immediate medical care if possible. He is in imminent danger danger. Such a sad situation for a young man

[@CarolinaWeeper]

Necrotising fasciitis is all too common when it comes to intravenous drug use with unsterile needle. This is a growing issue and a big reason why we need safe injection sites for homeless addicts

[@igiwarcraft]

While it might be also caused by dirty needles, this happens due to "tranq" (xylazine) that is mixed with fentanyl.

[@organicsunshine89]

Yeah no.

[@TheNinnyBug]

This was a very depressing interview. i pray he gets medical attention asap, if nothing else. I will be hoping for a positive update on the future... really heart breaking in the meantime. He seems like a lost, gentle soul

[@user-96.-]

I'm not from America so I have no idea how the health care system works, but people say that if you don't have health insurance, you're as good as dead. That's so sad for a country that has the best medical equipment in the world.

[@Ch1ldlessDogLady]

This.

[@mark7gti125]

True! If out of pocket it will be so expensive unless ur rich asf

[@sallibra7924]

I have insurance & they hardly cover anything! You still get bills because they only pay a small percentage! It's ridiculous & sad.

[@venetia6296]

He will get free medical help; they all do.

[@mark7gti125]

@@venetia6296 yeah if ur eligible

[@Toonces666]

Ah Mark, another week on Skid Row. Bless you for all you do. Rebecca is heavy on my mind this morning. I know there is nothing to be done but to wait and hope. So I wait and I hope. I love you both.

[@jjonez787]

rebecca died a few hours ago

[@Toonces666]

@@jjonez787If this is not true, and I hope to hell it’s not, you are the world’s biggest assh*le.

[@Toonces666]

If Rebecca didn’t die, and I hope to god she didn’t, then you are the biggest as*hole in the world.

[@Toonces666]

@@jjonez787You are everything that makes me sick about humanity.

[@oldcats-n1c]

Why do people continue to demonize their children for being gay? Is this what you want for your kids? People have been gay since time began. There is absolutely nothing wrong with loving who you want to love. People need to get out of other people's sex lives and stop being hateful, puritanical perverts.

[@oldcats-n1c]

@@JosedeJezeus you mean "religion", not philosophy. It's hateful behavior. The dark ages were "dark" because of religious zealots.

[@israelruelas5756]

Life is life. No one has to accept anyone or anything. That’s life! Can’t continue playing a victim

[@franmoreno5977]

I pray he can get help for that leg and I pray he will change his life around. Being sober is not easy I'm an alcoholic but finally getting sober after drinking on and off for 23 years. God Bless him❤

[@barbaratreuil6591]

Being gay is 100% okay. You are born this way. You can’t change it. Don’t worry about it.

[@omatrix12]

i’m no doctor but i think this man is jaundiced

[@jennygInspired]

I get so angry at the way we over prescribe Adderall and start em so young. They're basically meth pills and I wish we would take them more seriously. People think it's legit because it helps them concentrate...but they're stimulants, of course it helps them concentrate. It is such a bad influence so early on.

[@felix_a_fiend]

All kinds of mental health meds should definitely be a last resort rather than a solution. I feel like anyone who prescribes a child adderall has already given up on them.

[@moosehoof420]

JAH PLEASE HELP THOS YOUNG MAN! JAH BLESS 🙏 You’ll get another life in ur transition, just stay good. Be kind. Do good things for people.

[@Dalester1979]

I watch these videos because I feel like it helps me stay humble and reminds me where I came from. There was a time when I was selling my body for drugs. Now I'm married for 13 years and have adopted my three nephews at the ages of 6,7, and 11. I'm so blessed to have gone back to college and earned my Registered Nurse degree. I thank the Universe and God daily for my life.

[@autumnappleton1835]

👏👏👏

[@colemacedo-phillips5768]

Jason you have nothing to be ashamed of being gay. I really felt sad that you’ve lost touch with your dad. As a parent I would be heartbroken if my sons didn’t want to share their life with me. Your dad will love and accept you! 🙏🏻🥰

[@ChicagoTRS]

Hope he went straight to the hospital after the interview...he is literally at death's door with that infection...like could be dead within days.

[@higgaroc]

Parents, please make sure that your kids feel free to be themselves, free of your judgment. I’m sure there’s more to it, but if this man is saying he’d rather die this way than admit to his father that he’s gay, then the most tragic part of this is how it might have been avoided with a very simple thing: acceptance.

[@allisonandfamily]

Never mind interviewing him get him to a hospital 💔😞

[@nattysam94]

Delaware is a small state. As someone born, raised, and still living here for 30 years. His words hit home even more the moment I heard him mention our little state. My heart goes out to you lost soul. Edit: please family come together and let him know it’s okay to be who he is. Acceptance might be the key to his salvation.

[@jonnyqwst]

No one on earth is beyond saving. God bless and protect this man