Ep 7. Family of Addicts: Tom, John

John and Tom are two brothers who have been struggling with addiction for most of their lives. Growing up in a household where substance abuse was normalized, both brothers began using drugs and alcohol at a young age. Their addiction has taken a toll on their relationships with their family members, and their loved ones have been pushed to the breaking point.

Tom, the younger of the two brothers, began using drugs when he was just 13 years old. His addiction quickly spiraled out of control, and he started selling drugs to support his habit. Tom has been in and out of jail multiple times, and his addiction has left him estranged from most of his family.

John, on the other hand, started using drugs as a way to cope with his depression and anxiety. He became addicted to prescription painkillers, and eventually turned to heroin when his supply of pills dried up. John's addiction has led him to steal from his family members, and his erratic behavior has caused them to fear for their safety.

The family has tried to intervene in the past, but their efforts have been unsuccessful. They never gave up hope, however, and continued to search for a solution to help their sons overcome their addiction.

In this episode of Intervention, we see the family come together to plan a last-ditch effort to save their sons. The family hires an interventionist, and together they confront Tom and John about their addiction.

The intervention is emotional, with each member of the family sharing their experiences and pleading with Tom and John to seek help. The brothers are resistant at first, but as the intervention progresses, they begin to realize the severity of their situation.

After the intervention, Tom and John are offered the chance to go to rehab. They both agree to the treatment, and begin the long journey towards sobriety.

The rest of the episode focuses on their time in rehab, where they confront the underlying issues that led to their addiction. It's a difficult process, but with the support of their family and the counselors at rehab, both Tom and John make progress.

The episode ends with the brothers leaving rehab, and returning to their family home. They are faced with the challenge of maintaining their sobriety once they are back in the real world, but their family is there to support them every step of the way.

In conclusion, the episode "Family of Addicts: Tom, John" is a moving portrayal of a family's struggle to confront addiction. It shows the power of love and support, and the importance of seeking professional help when battling addiction. The episode highlights the devastating effects of addiction on families, but also offers hope that with the right resources, recovery is possible.