The Oprah Winfrey Show Season 16 Episode 12

The Oprah Winfrey Show Season 16 Episode 12 What parents should know about ecstacy

  • September 28, 2001

"What Parents Should Know About Ecstasy" is the twelfth episode of the sixteenth season of The Oprah Winfrey Show. The episode explores the dangers of the drug Ecstasy and its effects on young people.

Oprah sits down with parents who have lost their children to Ecstasy to discuss the devastating impact the drug can have on families. They share their experiences and warn other parents about the dangers of ignoring the warning signs of drug use.

Additionally, Oprah speaks with experts in the field of addiction and drug abuse. She learns about the physical and psychological effects of Ecstasy on the body and brain. She also discusses the challenges that come with treating addiction and offers advice to parents who may be struggling with a child who is addicted to drugs.

The episode also addresses the issue of peer pressure and the role it plays in drug use. Oprah invites a group of teenagers to share their experiences with Ecstasy and to talk about the social pressures that led them to experiment with the drug.

Throughout the episode, Oprah stresses the importance of communication between parents and children. She encourages parents to talk to their children about drugs and to create an open, non-judgmental environment in which their children feel comfortable discussing their thoughts and feelings.

The episode concludes with a powerful message of hope and resilience. Oprah reminds viewers that while addiction can be difficult to overcome, it is possible to recover and rebuild. She urges parents to seek help for themselves and their children and to never give up on the possibility of healing and growth.

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Description
  • First Aired
    September 28, 2001
  • Language
    English