Synopsis

Nate has long suspected his mother was unusual, but the reality that awaited him upon returning home four years ago was a profound shock. He found Helen, at fifty-two, diminished and frail, a victim of opioid addiction. Nate feels his siblings, Demetria and Alex, could be more forceful in assisting their mother toward recovery. He also holds his Aunt Joni accountable, believing she is inadvertently supporting the addiction. In interviews with Dr. Phil, Helen maintains she desires help for "medic