Ep 4. Drinks Nail Polish/Ear Digger
- TVPG
- February 19, 2012
- 21 min
In the fourth episode of season 3 of My Strange Addiction, viewers are introduced to two individuals with extremely odd habits. The first featured addict is a woman named Bertha, who admitted to frequently drinking nail polish. The second featured addict is a man named Tom, who has an obsession with using an ear digger.
Bertha, a young woman from a small town, has been drinking nail polish for the past five years and explains that she likes the taste and texture. Bertha's family, friends, and even her doctor have all expressed concern about her addiction and warn that could pose a serious health risk. Bertha's addiction has caused her teeth to rot and her stomach to be damaged, but she still can't resist the urge to drink it. Viewers will watch as Bertha seeks help from a medical professional to try and overcome her addiction to nail polish.
Tom, the second addict, has a completely different addiction. He is obsessed with using an ear digger to clean his ears every day. Tom confesses that he can't go a day without cleaning his ears, and often spends hours doing it. He explains that when he is feeling stressed or anxious, cleaning his ears helps to calm him down. Tom's sister is worried about his habit and the risk of damaging his eardrum and infection. The show delves deeper into Tom's addiction and how it has affected his life.
Throughout the episode, viewers learn about the long-term effects of these addictions, both physically and mentally. While nail polish and ear digging may seem like unusual addictions to some, the show sheds light on how these habits can take over one's life and have a negative impact on the individual's health and well-being.
At the end of the episode, both Bertha and Tom are offered professional help and coaching to overcome their unusual addictions. The viewers are left wondering if they will be able to overcome their addictions and live a better and healthier life.
Overall, episode 4 of season 3 of My Strange Addiction offers an eye-opening look into the lives of two individuals with unconventional addictions. While their habits may seem odd and unusual to some, the show highlights the serious danger and impact that these behaviors can have on one's life. The episode provides a warning to viewers who might be engaging in similar habits and urges seeking professional help to break these habits.