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Mother, 27, ends up on life support after taking kratom for a week, family says
Summary by The Nashville Editorial Desk · Based on reporting from WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate)
· July 21, 2026
· 3 min read
KINGMAN, Ariz. ( AZFamily /Gray News) - Just a week after an Arizona woman started taking a kratom supplement, her husband found her unresponsive in their bed. Amanda Goodsell, a 27-year-old mother of twins, had never taken kratom before, but after she experienced persistent leg pain, her husband...
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Key takeaway Amanda Goodsell, a 27-year-old mother of twins, had never taken kratom before, but after she experienced persistent leg pain, her husband, Mike Goodsell, suggested she try the herbal supplement.
Why this matters in The Nashville
The alarming case of Amanda Goodsell, who ended up on life support after taking kratom for a week, raises concerns about the availability and regulation of kratom supplements in Nashville. Although the incident occurred in Arizona, the fact that kratom can be easily purchased over-the-counter at gas stations is a reality that also applies to Tennessee. The FDA's warnings about kratom's potential to cause cardiac arrest, seizures, and liver toxicity in rare cases should prompt local authorities to reexamine the sale and distribution of these supplements in Davidson County. As Nashville residents may also be turning to kratom to self-treat conditions like pain and anxiety, it is crucial for the community to be aware of the potential risks associated with its use. The Goodsell family's warning to avoid kratom altogether should be taken seriously, and local health officials should consider educating the public about the dangers of kratom and its potential for opioid-like effects.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 21, 2026 ·
Source: WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 3 min
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What is this story about? KINGMAN, Ariz. ( AZFamily /Gray News) - Just a week after an Arizona woman started taking a kratom supplement, her husband found her unresponsive in their bed. Amanda Goodsell, a 27-year-old mother of twins, had never taken kratom before, but after she experienced persistent leg pain, her husband...
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