Ep 15. Mean Ghost

In season 2 episode 15 of Ghost Whisperer, entitled "Mean Ghost," we see Melinda Gordon (Jennifer Love Hewitt) summoned to a high school by a teacher who is concerned about her students. The teacher has noticed a substantial decrease in motivation and attitudes in her class, and she believes a malevolent spirit might be the cause.

Melinda soon discovers that a boy named Jonah (played by Tyler Patrick Jones) is the target of the ghost's torment. Jonah is a shy and lonely teenager who seems to be an easy target for bullies. The ghost, a former student at the school who died in a car accident years ago, is lashing out in her anger and frustration at not being able to fully experience life. She is envious of the living and wants to make them suffer as she has.

As Melinda begins to investigate the ghost's motives, she realizes that the spirit is not simply trying to haunt Jonah – she is trying to possess him. Melinda knows that if she doesn't intervene, the ghost will ultimately do whatever it takes to inhabit Jonah's body.

Meanwhile, Melinda is also dealing with a personal issue: her boyfriend Jim (David Conrad) is struggling with his desire to start a family with Melinda, but feels guilty about his own insecurities as he cannot have children of his own. This subplot adds an emotional weight to the episode and illustrates the complexity of the characters' relationships beyond just the paranormal activity.

As Melinda delves deeper into the ghost's past, she discovers that the only way to save Jonah from possession is to help the ghost let go of her anger and resentment towards the living. Melinda uses her gift as a ghost whisperer to communicate with the spirit and help her come to terms with her death. Once the ghost comes to accept her situation, she is finally able to move on and stop tormenting the living.

This episode of Ghost Whisperer offers a compelling story, stellar performances, and a layer of emotional depth that makes it stand out among other paranormal dramas. With its focus on healing and empathy, "Mean Ghost" is a testament to the show's ability to explore both the supernatural and the human condition in equal measure.