Ep 9. Ryan/Jason

Ryan and Jason are the focus of Intervention season 8 episode 9. Ryan is a truck driver who has been addicted to cocaine and painkillers for years. He started using drugs after a back injury and began snorting cocaine to stay awake during long hauls. He has been in and out of rehab but always relapses when he returns to his old life. His addiction has strained his relationship with his wife and three children.

Jason is a high school teacher who became addicted to painkillers after a sports injury. He has been taking up to 50 pills per day and has kept his addiction a secret from his wife and two young children. His behavior has become erratic and he has even passed out in school, leading to concerns from colleagues and parents.

The episode begins with Ryan on the road, struggling to stay awake and alert. He snorts cocaine and takes painkillers to get through the day, risking his life and the lives of others on the road. His wife is worried sick and has enlisted the help of a professional interventionist to help Ryan get the treatment he needs.

Jason's addiction is also taking a toll on his life. He has lied to his family and colleagues about his addiction and has become increasingly isolated and paranoid. His wife has noticed a change in his behavior and has also called in an interventionist to help him get the help he needs.

The interventionists work with the families to plan the interventions and get the addicts to agree to treatment. Ryan is initially resistant but agrees to go to rehab after the intervention. Jason also agrees to go to rehab but his paranoia and distrust of the interventionists make the process more difficult.

The episode chronicles the struggles of both Ryan and Jason as they go through detox and rehab. They both have moments of clarity and breakthroughs as they confront the root causes of their addiction. However, they also face setbacks and challenges as they try to stay sober.

The episode ends with updates on both Ryan and Jason's progress after they leave rehab. Ryan has reconnected with his family and is working on rebuilding his life. Jason is also rebuilding his relationships with his family and seeking support from a 12-step program. While both men still face the challenges of staying sober, the episode ends on a hopeful note and emphasizes the importance of seeking help and support for addiction.