Father Confirms Oklahoma Teen Dies After Attempting Viral 'Benadryl Challenge'
Her father urged parents to watch for viral challenges after doctors said diphenhydramine overdoses can cause seizures, arrhythmias and death.
- On Thursday, Richard Presson confirmed his 15-year-old daughter, Leah Presson, died after attempting the viral 'Benadryl Challenge.' Leah had been hospitalized in Oklahoma City following seizures triggered by the social media trend.
- The 'Benadryl Challenge' encourages participants to ingest excessive amounts of allergy medication to induce hallucinations. Experts warn the practice can cause life-threatening complications, including seizures, cardiac arrhythmias, and cardiac arrest.
- "Heartbreaking to watch a loved one go through this," Richard said, describing the rapid decline. He urged other parents to stay vigilant: "I just highly advise them to watch out, you know, for new trending challenges."
- The family aims to use Leah's "small little body" to donate organs and possibly save up to 90 other lives. TikTok stated content promoting dangerous behavior violates its Community Guidelines and is removed from the platform.
- Child psychiatrist Chandler Hicks advises adults to maintain open communication with children about online risks. Medical experts emphasize parents should remain alert for signs of overdose, such as empty pill bottles or unusual behavior.
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Teen's Dream of TikTok Fame Ends in Tragedy After Dying Over Deadly 'Benadryl Challenge'
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Father confirms Oklahoma teen dies after attempting viral 'Benadryl Challenge'
A 15-year-old girl from Enid, Oklahoma, has died after participating in the Benadryl Challenge, her father confirmed.
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