In an emotional interview with Ally Langdon, Andrea and Paul Haynes shared the heartbreaking experience of losing their daughter, Esra, to the dangerous trend of “chroming”—inhaling aerosol fumes to get high, which ultimately claimed her life.

Esra was a lively and determined young athlete, admired for her talent. However, after inhaling deodorant spray during a sleepover, she went into cardiac arrest and suffered severe brain damage. Though her strong heart and lungs fueled her family’s hope for recovery, after eight days on life support, her parents faced the devastating decision to let her go.

Through tears, they described the unbearable choice to remove Esra from life support, a moment Paul likened to losing their “young soul” far too soon. Their community now shares in their grief as they cope with an overwhelming loss.

Determined to prevent similar tragedies, Andrea and Paul are advocating for awareness about chroming, urging parents to educate their children on its dangers. The Haynes family’s tragedy is a powerful reminder of the fatal risks tied to this trend, inspiring a call for parental vigilance and open discussions with children.