My Shopping Addiction Season 1 Episode 5

Ep 5. Natela / Judyann

  • TV-PG
  • November 19, 2012
  • 43 min

Natela / Judyann is the fifth episode of the first season of the reality TV show, My Shopping Addiction. It follows the stories of two individuals who struggle with their compulsive shopping habits and the devastating consequences it has on their lives.

Natela, a 37-year-old immigrant, moved to the United States with her husband and children. She was working as an art teacher when her husband suddenly died, leaving her to raise their children alone. Natela turned to shopping as a way to cope with her grief and loneliness. But soon, her shopping addiction spiraled out of control, leading her to accumulate over $100,000 in debt. She now faces the risk of losing her home and custody of her children if she doesn't seek help.

Judyann, a 45-year-old mother, also struggles with her shopping addiction. She started shopping as a way to deal with the stress of caring for her special needs son. But her addiction has caused her to spend over $200,000 in debt on luxury items like designer clothing and handbags. Her husband is now threatening divorce if she doesn't seek help for her shopping addiction.

Throughout the episode, we see Natela and Judyann meeting with a therapist who helps them understand the root of their addiction and develop a plan to overcome it. We also see them confront their loved ones and come to terms with the damage their addiction has caused to their relationships and finances.

The show also includes interviews with experts in the field of psychology and consumer behavior to shed light on the nature of compulsive shopping and its impact on individuals and families. These insights add a valuable perspective to the personal stories of Natela and Judyann and help viewers understand the complexity of addiction and the importance of seeking help.

Overall, Natela / Judyann is a powerful and emotional episode that highlights the devastating consequences of compulsive shopping. It provides a raw and honest portrayal of individuals struggling with addiction and the importance of seeking help to overcome it.

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My Shopping Addiction, Season 1 Episode 5, is available to watch and stream on Oxygen. You can also buy, rent My Shopping Addiction on demand at Amazon, Vudu, Google Play, Apple TV online.
  • First Aired
    November 19, 2012
  • Content Rating
    TV-PG
  • Runtime
    43 min
  • Language
    English