Ep 8. Skyler & Jessa

In season 11, episode 8 of the hit A&E show Intervention, we follow the stories of two women, Skyler and Jessa, as their families and loved ones intervene in their drug addictions.

Skyler, a 24-year-old from Utah, has been addicted to heroin and meth for the past five years. Her addiction started after she was in a serious car accident and was prescribed pain medication. She quickly escalated to using heroin and meth, and her addiction has destroyed her relationships with her family and friends. Skyler's parents and sister are at a loss for how to help her, and they turn to the Intervention team for assistance.

Jessa, a 22-year-old from California, has been struggling with addiction since her parents got divorced when she was young. She turned to drugs as a way to cope with the pain and has been using heroin and meth for the past three years. Jessa's mother and sister are worried about her wellbeing and fear that she will overdose without receiving help.

Throughout the episode, we see Skyler and Jessa's families confront them about their addictions and the impact it has had on their lives. The Intervention team works closely with their loved ones to organize an intervention and get the women into treatment.

We see Skyler and Jessa both agree to go to treatment, but the road to recovery is not easy. They both struggle with withdrawal symptoms and the emotional toll of confronting their addiction. We see their families offer unwavering support and encouragement along the way.

The episode also features interviews with addiction specialists and medical professionals who provide valuable insight into the complexities of addiction and recovery. We hear from Skyler and Jessa's therapists who offer guidance and support throughout their treatment.

In the end, we see both Skyler and Jessa make progress towards recovery and are hopeful for their future. The episode is a powerful reminder of the importance of seeking help and the strength that can be found in family support.