Ep 17. Sarah P.
- TV14
- December 17, 2012
- 42 min
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6.9 (9)
Sarah P. is the 17th episode of the twelfth season of the American television series Intervention. This episode depicts the story of a young woman named Sarah, who has been struggling with addiction to alcohol and prescription drugs for many years.
The episode begins with a narration that explains how Sarah's addiction started when she was a teenager, and how it has progressively worsened over time. Sarah's family members and friends describe her as a very gifted and talented person, who had a bright future ahead of her. However, her addiction has caused her to lose everything, including her job, her home, and her relationships with her family and friends.
The episode then shows Sarah's daily routine, which revolves around her drug and alcohol use. She wakes up early in the morning and immediately starts drinking alcohol. She then takes prescription drugs, which she has been illegally obtaining from different sources. Sarah spends the rest of the day doing nothing but drinking and using drugs. She has become completely isolated from the outside world and has no meaningful relationships or activities in her life.
Sarah's family members and friends are deeply concerned about her well-being and have arranged for an intervention. They have hired an interventionist named Ken, who has a lot of experience in helping people with addiction. Sarah's family members and friends meet with Ken and discuss their concerns and hopes for Sarah. They all agree that they want to help Sarah get clean and sober and live a fulfilling and happy life.
Ken then meets with Sarah and tries to convince her to accept help. Sarah is initially resistant and defensive, but Ken is able to convince her that her addiction is ruining her life and that she needs to get help. Sarah eventually agrees to go to a treatment center, where she can detox and receive therapy and counseling.
The middle part of the episode shows Sarah's journey through the treatment center. She is shown going through the detox process, which is very difficult and painful for her. She experiences a lot of physical and emotional withdrawal symptoms, but the staff at the treatment center is very supportive and helps her get through this difficult time.
Sarah then begins therapy and counseling, where she talks about the deep underlying issues that have led to her addiction. She talks about her childhood and her family dynamics, and how her addiction has been a way for her to cope with her pain and trauma. She also talks about her fears and hopes for the future, and how she wants to be able to rebuild her life and relationships.
The episode ends with Sarah's graduation from the treatment center. She is shown surrounded by her family and friends, who are all very proud of her for completing the program. Sarah talks about how the program has changed her life and given her the tools she needs to stay sober and happy. She talks about how she wants to rebuild her relationships with her family and friends, and how she wants to live a fulfilled and meaningful life.
Overall, Sarah P. is a powerful and moving episode of Intervention that shows the devastating impact of addiction on people's lives, but also the hope and possibility that comes with recovery. The episode is a reminder that addiction is a treatable disease, and that it is never too late to seek help and turn one's life around.