About this season
Addicted Australia is a bold, brave and innovative Australian television first that shines a light on a growing crisis affecting millions of Australians – addicts as well as their families and loved ones - in a deeply powerful and personal way. Extraordinary, never-before seen access, is gained to the lives of a group of Australians and their families as they confront their addiction head on. Signed up to a unique holistic six-month treatment program, this series follows the heart-wrenching journey of 10 participants and their families from despair to hope and possible recovery.
Episodes (4)
1. Episode 1
Aired 10 November 2020 • 58 min
The treatment program begins. The ten participants must be physically and psychologically examined by the Turning Point team to determine the bespoke care they need.
2. Episode 2
Aired 17 November 2020 • 57 min
As Christmas approaches, the treatment program steps up and the participants attempt to deal with their issues. Retired executive assistant Dawn is booked into detox in a few weeks' time.
3. Episode 3
Aired 24 November 2020 • 56 min
January 2020. The treatment program has reached its halfway point and the participants continue to grapple with their addictions and underlying trauma.
4. Episode 4
Aired 1 December 2020 • 57 min
February, 2020. The treatment program has 9 weeks to go. Melbourne faces a COVID-19 lockdown as the global pandemic accelerates, and the Turning Point team call a crisis meeting.