Dec 1, 2025
Dr Ruston speaks with Amy Neville, mother of Alexander Neville who tragically died at age 14 after taking a fentanyl-laced pill he obtained through Snapchat. He thought he was buying an oxycontin but instead the pill was a pill laced with fentanyl.
Amy shares her journey from grief to activism, discussing her efforts to raise awareness about the dangers of social media-facilitated drug deals and her advocacy for stronger accountability from tech companies.
This episode offers insights into the vulnerabilities of teens in the digital world, the current drug crisis, and practical advice for parents on navigating these challenges with their children.
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Time Code:
00:00 Introduction
00:23 The Tragic Story of Alexander Neville
01:30 Alex's Final Days
05:00 Turning Grief into Activism
06:46 Conversations with Teens
10:05 The Role of Snapchat
18:34 Advice for Parents
21:55 Resources and Conclusion