To some, the thought of epilepsy was clearly misunderstood. As well as not viewing cannabis as a legitimate treatment. A goodie bag was given, but the message is cannabis can help “In more ways than one” Epilepsy being an example. It doesn’t need to be frowned upon as a drug user, embraced as a medicine taker.
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Using my display I explained what stigma is and why it applies to both epilepsy and cannabis. As the presentation carried on, people were interested, interacting by asking questions along the way.
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Being able to answer the questions being asked accordingly was an awesome feeling. It is hard to disclose that but you can make a difference. There’s always a way to be heard.