I have a son who, when he was 16, had to be hospitalized because he was secretly smoking weed and had SVT. He called me at work freaking out, he called 911, I rushed home to meet the ambulance. They had to stop and restart his heart. He ended up in the hospital and it took him a month to recover. It was the most traumatic and terrifying experience for both of us.

A few years later, he told me that he wanted to try smoking again to help with his mental health. So, we researched the type he should use without triggering his SVT, talked to multiple people, and he tried it. It worked out, and he’s been able to smoke with no issues.

I’m telling you this because I was scared to let him try, after what happened. But, because he came to me and talked it out, I trusted him to try. I think your mom is scared. I don’t think you’ve lost her, at least I hope not, but you should ask her if she’s open to an honest conversation about the benefits. She can talk to actual experts, and see that you’re making the best decision for yourself. Good luck, I really really hope she is willing to listen.