Sorry for your loss, GC
As a diabetic myself, I can say that swings in glucose levels can impact how you feel mentally. Whenever my glucose levels are high (180+), I feel sick. It's like having the flu, but even more frustrating because there aren't any other symptoms. I just feel messed up in my head. So, I can understand why a kid/young man who had just lost his role model, and who likely felt even worse on top of it due to illness, would want to self-medicate.
It's sad, and it sucks. And I wish more young people would seek legitimate help rather than what comes in a bottle, pills, or needles.
As a diabetic myself, I can say that swings in glucose levels can impact how you feel mentally. Whenever my glucose levels are high (180+), I feel sick. It's like having the flu, but even more frustrating because there aren't any other symptoms. I just feel messed up in my head. So, I can understand why a kid/young man who had just lost his role model, and who likely felt even worse on top of it due to illness, would want to self-medicate.
It's sad, and it sucks. And I wish more young people would seek legitimate help rather than what comes in a bottle, pills, or needles.
"I was thirsty for everything, but blood wasn't my style" - Live, "Voodoo Lady"