The Steve Wilkos Show Season 6 Episode 59 Is My Boyfriend On Crack?
- January 9, 2013
In this episode of The Steve Wilkos Show, a young woman named Victoria comes to the show with extreme concerns about her boyfriend, Charles. According to Victoria, Charles has been exhibiting bizarre and erratic behavior that led her to believe he may be addicted to crack cocaine. She witnessed Charles snorting white powder and smoking something out of a pipe, but he vehemently denies using any drugs.
Steve welcomes Victoria to the show and begins to delve into the details of her situation. Victoria explains that she and Charles have been together for over a year and that he has always been somewhat reckless and careless. He has had problems with alcohol and marijuana in the past, but Victoria says that his recent behavior is different and much more concerning.
Victoria tells Steve that Charles disappeared for several days and came back acting strangely. He started making strange noises, talking to himself, and acting erratically. Victoria became frightened and reached out to Charles' family, who informed her that they believe he is addicted to crack cocaine.
Steve brings out Charles to confront Victoria's accusations. Charles is clearly agitated and angry, insisting that he has not been using drugs and that Victoria is overreacting. However, Steve begins to question Charles and uncovers some concerning facts about his behavior.
Charles admits to going out and drinking with his friends, but says he has no idea what happened during the hours that Victoria couldn't reach him. Steve presses Charles on his drug use, and eventually, Charles confesses that he has used crack cocaine in the past but swears that he is not currently using.
Steve brings out a drug counselor to discuss the signs of drug addiction and the effects of crack cocaine. The counselor confirms Victoria's suspicions and warns Charles of the dangers of continued drug use. Steve also brings out Charles' family members, who express their concern and support for him while urging him to get help.
In the end, Charles agrees to take a drug test to prove that he is not currently using drugs. Steve encourages him to seek help for his previous drug use and to work on repairing his relationship with Victoria. The episode ends with a sense of hope that Charles can overcome his addiction and move forward with his life.