Ep 10. Chad / Brooke Follow-up
- TV-14
- August 3, 2009
- 43 min
Chad and Brooke were two siblings who were addicted to crystal methamphetamine. The episode starts with a follow-up of their progress after the intervention, and it reveals that both of them are still struggling with their addiction. The family states that they have done everything to help Chad and Brooke, but they still continue to use drugs.
The show follows Chad who is currently homeless and living under a bridge. Chad describes his addiction as a constant battle, and he feels like he cannot overcome it. He states that his addiction has caused him to lose everything he had, including his job, his home, and his family. Chad's family tries to help him, but he refuses to go to rehab, claiming that it will not help him.
The show then switches to Brooke, who is pregnant with her second child. Brooke admits that she has started using drugs again, and she is aware that it is dangerous for her unborn child. She also states that she is afraid to tell her family about her relapse as she does not want to disappoint them.
The family is devastated to hear about Chad and Brooke's struggles and reach out to the interventionist for help. The interventionist states that a follow-up intervention might help Chad and Brooke understand the consequences of their addiction better. The family agrees to participate in a follow-up intervention.
In the follow-up intervention, Chad and Brooke’s family members express their concerns regarding their addiction. They state that they are worried about Chad’s safety as he is living on the streets and that they fear for Brooke's unborn child. The family also states that they want Chad and Brooke to go to rehab as they believe that it is their only hope of achieving sobriety.
Chad and Brooke are emotional during the intervention and state that they are aware of the consequences of their addiction. Chad admits that he needs help and agrees to go to rehab. On the other hand, Brooke is hesitant to go to rehab as she is pregnant, but she agrees to seek medical help for her unborn child.
The episode ends with Chad and Brooke going to rehab and their family members hopeful about their future. The family members are aware that Chad and Brooke's journey to sobriety will not be easy, but they are optimistic that they can overcome their addiction with the right support.
Overall, the episode sheds light on the struggles of individuals who are addicted to drugs and their families who are trying to help them. It highlights the importance of seeking professional help to overcome addiction and also showcases the impact that addiction can have on a person's life. It is a powerful episode that raises awareness about addiction and inspires individuals to seek help if they or a loved one are struggling with addiction.