True Life
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Episode 49
Season 15, Episode 49
aired: Tue, May 22, 2012
Friendships are strained by insults and betrayal.
Episode 48
Season 15, Episode 48
aired: Thu, May 17, 2012
Following up with notable characters.
Episode 47
Season 15, Episode 47
aired: Sun, Apr 15, 2012
Young women work hard to support their unemployed men.
Episode 45
Season 15, Episode 45
aired: Sun, Apr 15, 2012
Two people struggle to live with their former significant others.
Episode 43
Season 15, Episode 43
aired: Tue, Apr 10, 2012
The lives of two young people are in disarray because of their sexual desires.
Episode 42
I'm a Sex Offender
aired: Wed, Jan 18, 2012
Two young men are struggling with the harsh restrictions that come with being on the national sex offender registry. Can Justin and Terry overcome the stigma which is the result of the crimes they commited as teenagers?
Episode 41
I Have Diabetes
aired: Wed, Jan 18, 2012
Kristyn is forced to move back home after her health care costs spiral out of control. Matthew is determined not to let the disease stop his partying. Jen is finding it difficult to control her symptoms while pregnant.
Episode 40
I Can't Please My Parents
aired: Wed, Jan 11, 2012
Two young men are trying to pursue their dreams without destroying their relationships with mom and dad in the process. The parents want to call the shots - but do they really know best?
Episode 38
On the Mat
aired: Wed, Jan 4, 2012
High School wrestling is like no other sport. Those who devote themselves to it often say a typical season falls somewhere in between torture and pure hell. Losing is not an option at Lake Stevens High.
Episode 27
Season 15, Episode 27
aired: Thu, Jul 14, 2011
Two people who once considered themselves gay are doing everything they can to be straight.
Episode 24
Season 15, Episode 24
aired: Thu, Jun 30, 2011
Young people struggle with the loss of their first loves.
Episode 23
Season 15, Episode 23
aired: Thu, Jun 30, 2011
Two sets of incompatible roommates.
Episode 19
Season 15, Episode 19
aired: Tue, May 3, 2011
A girl's Tourette's Syndrome invites unwanted attention; excessive sweating.
Episode 17
Season 15, Episode 17
aired: Tue, Apr 19, 2011
Two young people are overwhelmed by their large families.
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Episode 2654
I'm Allergic To Everything
aired: Thu, Jun 23, 2011
True Life: I'm Allergic To Everything
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True Life: I'm Looking For My Father
aired: Fri, Jul 16, 2010
Everyone wants to know where they come from. But, growing up not even knowing your biological father, how much can you actually know about yourself? Your life may seem a mystery.
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True Life: I'm Graduating High School
aired: Fri, Jul 16, 2010
It's twelve long and sometimes torturous years in the making, and for most students, it can't come quickly enough. We're talking about graduating high school. On this episode of True Life, you'll meet three seniors from New Jersey as they experience all the joy, anxiety and confusion this time in life can bring.
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True Life: Resist the Power! Saudi Arabia
aired: Mon, May 24, 2010
Through love, fashion, and music, our friends will try to change the culture of their country.
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True Life: I'm a Newlywed
aired: Mon, May 17, 2010
Discover the ups and downs of marriage with four young newlyweds.
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True Life: I Hate My Plastic Surgery
aired: Mon, May 10, 2010
What if you underwent surgery to fix a part of your body that you didn't like and woke up with even bigger problems? On this episode of True Life, you'll meet two young women suffering the consequences of plastic surgery gone awry.
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True Life: I Have a Traumatic Brain Injury
aired: Mon, May 3, 2010
It's a major cause of death and disability world wide. And, the result for victims are usually catastrophic and unpredictable. On this episode of True Life, you'll meet three young men trying desperately to recover after their lives were shattered by traumatic injuries to their brains.
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True Life: I'm Hustling in the Hamptons
aired: Mon, Apr 26, 2010
If the Jersey Shore is the New York area's rowdiest summer destination. Then, the Hamptons, a seaside community on Long Island that caters to Manhattan's most wealthiest elite, must be it's most exclusive. But, not everyone that summers in the Hamptons has a mansion to call home. On this episode of True Life, you'll meet two young people hoping to infiltrate the Hamptons' high society from the outside in.
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True Life: I Hate My Face
aired: Mon, Apr 19, 2010
What if the very sight of your own face made you disgusted every time you looked at it? That's the case for many people who suffer from Body Dysmorphic Disorder, a mental illness that causes individuals to obsess endlessly over perceived defects in their physical features. In this episode of True Life, you'll meet Pamela and Mandie, two young women desperate to overcome their perceptions of their own appearance.
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True Life: I Have NF
aired: Mon, Apr 12, 2010
Follow the lives of three young individuals who fight against a disease that causes tumors to spread through the body.
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True Life: I'm Relocating for Love
aired: Mon, Apr 5, 2010
How much would you sacrifice for the person who means the most to you? On this episode, you'll meet three young people torn between everything they know and being with the one they love.
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True Life: I Have a Parent in Prison
aired: Mon, Mar 29, 2010
What's it like to have your mother or father incarcerated for years before you finally see them on the outside again? That's often the reality facing the more than 2 million Americans now growing up with parents in prison.
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True Life: I Have Digital Drama
aired: Mon, Mar 22, 2010
What if your girlfriend scrutinized every move you made on Facebook -- or if your boyfriend seemed more attracted to his Blackberry than you? Today, more and more young people are discovering that the very technology designed to bring them together -- can just as easily tear them apart.
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True Life: I Need a Transplant
aired: Mon, Mar 15, 2010
What if you were born with a condition that threatened your health from the time you were just a child - or were stricken with a potentially terminal disease in your prime?
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True Life: I'm Looking for My Child
aired: Mon, Feb 22, 2010
What's it like to be a complete stranger to your own child? To be removed from their life with no contact whatsoever, left with nothing but a heavy heart that aches to be a parent. On this episode of True Life, you'll meet two young men desperate to find their long lost daughters and become fathers again.
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True Life: I'm at a Crossroads in My Relationship
aired: Mon, Feb 1, 2010
Meet two young couples that will either work out their ongoing problems, or go their separate ways. Jamilia has been pressuring her boyfriend, Blair, to find a job while Michele copes with the hard fact that she does not love her soon-to-be husband, Chris. Will money be made? Will an engagement ring be given back? Only tough talks will tell.
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True Life: I'm a Gambler
aired: Sat, Jan 9, 2010
Whether betting on sports, black jack, or online poker, many of us enjoy the occasional chance to turn loose change into mad money. But for nine million Americans -- gambling is a dangerous preoccupation that's causing massive debt, damaged relationships, and even jail time. On this episode of True Life, you'll meet three young people whose gambling habits have become an obsession that's changing their lives forever.
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True Life: I Can't Leave My Boyfriend
aired: Mon, Nov 16, 2009
What if there's no such thing as "happily ever after?"
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True Life: I'm Clashing with My Parents
aired: Sun, Nov 15, 2009
Meet Rahul. Rahul is all about America. But, his parents are not. They have their own traditions that Rahul finds absurdly foreign. Now, someone is going to have to adapt. Or, maybe, everyone must.
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True Life: I Have Broke Parents
aired: Sun, Nov 15, 2009
What do you do when your parents' can't help you out financially? And, on top of that, what if you had to help them?
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True Life: I'm Homeless
aired: Sun, Nov 15, 2009
What's it like to have virtually no money or a place to lay your head? On this episode of True Life you'll meet three young people, led by their own dire circumstances, down the same treacherous path to homelessness.
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True Life: I Can No Longer Afford My Lifestyle
aired: Mon, Oct 19, 2009
What if you had it all -- and then, simply lost it?
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True Life: I'm Changing My Sex
aired: Sat, Sep 19, 2009
Are you a boy ? Or are you a girl? For most of us, the answer is an easy one. But for anyone whose sex organs differ from how they perceive their own gender -- these are questions that can cause anguish. On this episode of True Life, you'll meet two young people taking extreme measures to bring their bodies and minds into alignment once and for all.
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True Life: I'm Rehabbing My Injury
aired: Sat, Sep 19, 2009
What's it like to be at the top of your game only to be suddenly incapacitated in the blink of an eye?
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True Life: I'm a Sports Fanatic
aired: Sat, Sep 19, 2009
You've seen them. You've heard them. You've undoubtedly at times been annoyed by them.
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True Life: I'm a Fanboy
aired: Sat, Sep 19, 2009
True Life: I'm a Fanboy
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True Life: I'm Polyamorous
aired: Mon, Sep 14, 2009
Jim and Kerry are certainly not love deprived. In fact, it's quite the opposite. These two are involved in multiple partner relationships. Can they learn to love? Or get stuck in a jealous frenzy?
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True Life: I Hate My Tattoos
aired: Mon, Sep 7, 2009
Over one third of all Americans currently sport at least one tattoo. But what happens when you come to hate the markings you've permanently etched into your skin? On this episode of True Life, you'll meet three young people desperate to get rid of the tatts they feel prevent them from fulfilling their potential.
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True Life: I'm Ending My Marriage
aired: Mon, Aug 31, 2009
Have you ever been in a failed relationship? If you have, then you know that breaking up is hard to do. But, when a union after vows are exchanged, items are shared and children are involved, things can get messy.
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True Life: I'm Having Twins
aired: Thu, Jun 25, 2009
The tears, the diaper changes and the utter lack of sleep; the thought of it would make anyone cringe. Follow the ups and downs of expectant mothers, Diane and Lauren, as they prepare themselves for twins.
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True Life: I'm Bisexual
aired: Sat, Jun 6, 2009
Meet Sydney, Marquees, and Danielle, three bisexuals who are trying to make their taste in men and women work out for the best.
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True Life: I Don't Like My Large Breasts
aired: Sat, Jun 6, 2009
Three ladies. One predicament.
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True Life: I'm Stuck at Home
aired: Thu, May 21, 2009
Meet Billy, Kayla and Robert. Will they prolong their stay with the folks, or find a way to move out and on with their lives?
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True Life: I'm Uncomfortable with My New Body
aired: Sat, May 2, 2009
The United States has one of the highest obesity rates in the world. As a result weight loss surgery and extreme diets are becoming more common than ever. But after massive weight loss some people are left with bodies that seem alien to them. On this episode of True Life you'll meet two young people who have lost hundreds of pounds only to find themselves struggling to come to terms with their new bodies.
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True Life: I Don't Like My Small Breasts
aired: Sat, May 2, 2009
It's rare to meet a girl who's perfectly happy with her breasts, but some women become so negatively fixated on their cup size that it borders on obsession. In this episode of True Life you'll meet two young women who feel their lives won't be complete without bigger boobs, but are unwilling to undergo surgery to get them.
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True Life: I'm Losing My Hair
aired: Sat, May 2, 2009
Hair loss affects more than 55 million Americans in the United States. Nearly 40% of those afflicted are women. In this episode of True Life, you'll meet three young people grappling with the emotional impact of premature balding.
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True Life: I'm Addicted to Porn
aired: Sun, Mar 29, 2009
Admit it. You've snuck a peek at least once or twice. Maybe, on occasion, you've checked it out even more than that. But, imagine living with the compulsion to watch, or even engage, in pornography all the time. On this episode of True Life, you'll meet three young people who actually think they are actually porn addicts.
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True Life: I'm Eloping
aired: Sat, Mar 21, 2009
What if you threw a wedding and nobody came? In this episode of True Life, you're invited to meet two couples who actually planned it just this way. As the economy worsens, more and more young people are foregoing traditional celebrations and eloping -- exchanging vows in private, less-costly ceremonies, unbeknownst to even their closest family and friends.
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True Life: I'm Placing My Baby for Adoption
aired: Sat, Mar 21, 2009
If you were young, single, and pregnant, and with no viable means to support yourself -- would you place your baby for adoption? In this episode of True Life, you'll meet two young women facing the agonizing decision of whether to keep their babies -- or let them be raised by someone else.
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True Life: I'm a High School Freshman
aired: Sat, Mar 14, 2009
Excitement, anticipation, anxiety and even fear... What were you feeling when you walked in to high school for the first time? On this episode of True Life, you'll meet three Long Island teens navigating through the ups and downs of freshman year.
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True Life: I'm Addicted to Meds
aired: Sun, Jan 25, 2009
Millions of young Americans are turning to illegally obtained prescription narcotics as their drugs of choice under the assumption that they are safer than street drugs. In this episode of True Life two young adults share their struggles as they try to battle their deadly addiction to prescription drugs.
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True Life: I Have Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
aired: Sat, Dec 6, 2008
What's it like to survive the nightmare of war but still be haunted by your experiences after returning to the US? One in five Iraq war veterans suffer from post-traumatic stress disorder, a mental condition that can lead to extreme anxiety, insomnia, depression and even suicide. On this episode of True Life , you meet three young people struggling to overcome their PTSD so they can finally adjust to civilian life.
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True Life: I'm Competitive With My Friends
aired: Sat, Dec 6, 2008
Shanessa is a 19 year old dancer from Bronx, NY. She belongs to an urban dance team called "We run this." Shanessa spends most of her time competing in shows. She has a best friend named Dina who is very competitive, and they are competing for the middle spot on their dance team.
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True Life: I'm In A Love Triangle
aired: Wed, Nov 26, 2008
Felecia and Jeff dated for four years. After a rough patch, Felicia and Jeff broke up and he began dating Kelsie a week later. Eighteen year-old Kelsie is now pregnant with Jeff's baby. The problem is that Jeff claims to be in love with both of them. Felecia still loves him despite of all of this.
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True Life: I'm In A Summer Share 2
aired: Sat, Nov 1, 2008
The summer season is a time to celebrate. School's out - and thousands of young adults flock to resort destinations looking to let loose - and move in with like-minded housemates in summer shares. But sometimes living with your peers during these carefree months isn't all it's cracked up to be. On this episode of True Life , you meet two young people who are searching for happiness and success, despite what their summer living situation has to offer.
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True Life: I'm Getting Married 2
aired: Thu, Oct 30, 2008
It starts with a simple, heart-felt question and ends with a kiss. But all bets are off during the months in between. For young brides and grooms it can be the most romantic but anxiety-ridden times of their lives. In this episode of True Life we follow two couples as they try to overcome huge hurdles on their way to the altar.
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True Life: I'm a Single Parent
aired: Sun, Oct 5, 2008
Raising a child is a difficult challenge, even when you have a trusted partner. But when you're young and single, it can be completely overwhelming. On this episode of True Life you meet three novice parents who are doing their best to support their children and themselves all on their own.
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True Life: I'm a Mixed Martial Arts Fighter
aired: Sun, Oct 5, 2008
True Life: I'm a Mixed Martial Arts Fighter documents the journeys of three MMA fighters as they prepare for the biggest contests of their careers.
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True Life: I'm Living Off of the Grid
aired: Sun, Oct 5, 2008
True Life: I'm Living Off the Grid follows two young people, fearful of the effect that modern society has had on the environment, as they embark on an intense journey into "native" living.
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True Life: I'm Looking For My Mother
aired: Sat, Sep 13, 2008
Many of us feel fortunate to have a strong bond with our mother. But how would it feel if your mom left you as a child and never returned? In this episode of True Life , you'll meet two young people who are hoping to reconnect with the mothers who abandoned them long ago.
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True Life: I Have Acne
aired: Sat, Sep 13, 2008
Problem skin is something most people deal with at some point during their adolescence. But what happen when your acne gets so bad it prevents you from socializing, getting jobs or even attending your own graduation? On this episode of True Life you'll meet three people who will go to great lengths to improve their skin and thus, their lives.
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True Life: I Don't Trust My Partner
aired: Sun, Aug 3, 2008
What happens when you fall in love with someone you don't trust -- and every moment spent apart or every phone call that goes unanswered is cause for alarm? In this episode of True Life you'll meet two young couples whose mistrustful relationships have become so toxic that each day they spend together may be the last one.
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True Life: I Can't Stay Thin
aired: Sun, Aug 3, 2008
What if every time you shed unwanted pounds, you gained them right back? That's the frustrating reality for two-thirds of us who go on diets every year. On this episode of True Life we meet two young people with long histories of yo-yo dieting, who are doing whatever they can to lose weight and keep it off for good.
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True Life: I'm Deaf
aired: Sun, Jul 20, 2008
Imagine not being able to listen to music, being ostracized from your classmates because they can't understand the way you speak, relying solely on text messages, IMs, and email as forms of communication, or not knowing the sound of you own mother's voice. For most teenagers, those are things simply taken for granted, but for Amanda and Chris, those are things with which they struggle every day.
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True Life: I'm a Compulsive Shopper
aired: Sun, Jul 20, 2008
It's no secret that teenage girls love to shop. Trips to the mall to find that perfect dress or take advantage of a blow-out sale are no oddity among teenage girls and their friends; but what happens when those shopping trips become a little too frequent? For Gabby and Ali, shopping has become so addicting that they are no longer able to lead healthy lives. For these girls, shopping has gone far beyond a form of retail therapy-it is their only way of life.
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True Life: I Live Another Life On the Web
aired: Thu, May 29, 2008
The Internet is not just for emails and Googling fun facts anymore. It's becoming increasingly popular as an interactive social arena...and the options are limitless. But in a world where you can become whoever you want, where do you draw the line? On this episode of True Life, you'll meet three young people who, when online, embody an alter ego that is in stark contrast with who they are in real life.
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True Life: I Have Schizophrenia
aired: Thu, May 22, 2008
Schizophrenia is one of today's most misunderstood mental illnesses. Often confused with having "multiple personalities," schizophrenia is defined by a person's distorted experience of reality, including: hallucinations, delusions, paranoia, and disorganized thinking. In this episode we meet three young people who are living with the illness and get a glimpse into the everyday challenges they face.
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True Life: I Have Embarrassing Parents 2
aired: Thu, May 15, 2008
Every kid is embarrassed by their parents at one point or another, but on this episode of True Life you'll meet two familes where the kids have it exceptionally bad.
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True Life: I'm Going to Fashion Week
aired: Sat, Apr 5, 2008
For an audience, New York City's Fashion Week is all glitz and glam. But for the designers and everyone working for them, it's all stress, headaches, and hard work. This year, three lucky girls with big dreams are given a chance to show their stuff at Fashion Week, if they can stand up to the pressure. Each girl is about to put all her time, energy, and heart into preparation for the big show, hoping it will take them one step further toward their future fashion careers.
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True Life: I'm Under Peer Pressure
aired: Sat, Apr 5, 2008
Nikki, 23, is in image-based Miami, soaking up the sun and choking on the pressure to be gorgeous and beautiful twenty-four hours a day. She doesn't feel she fits into the jet-set styled-set because she's "a girl with no boobs who wears trucker hats." Unfortunately for self-conscious Nikki, she works at boob-obsessed Hooters surrounded by girls with huge chests (thanks to silicone and saline). Her insecurities over her appearance may not be all in her head -- her fellow waitresses (who happen to be well-endowed) are making a lot more money in tips than her. But the world doesn't completely revolve around life at Hooters; Nikki is in a committed relationship with Eddy, a guy who loves her for just how she is. They're hoping to move in with one another but financially, Nikki is torn between bigger breasts and a starting a live-in life with Eddy.
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True Life: I'm a Southern Belle
aired: Sat, Apr 5, 2008
The Southern Belle is a fading but fighting tradition that few contemporary southern girls have the time and patience for. However, deep in the heart of the south, there pumps the life of a few girls still kicking it old school. Leigh Anne, Raini and Kate have ideals and motives that only so many girls have at their age -- they live in a mentality of southern gentility that seems so surreal and yet for them, so achievable. Can they live in this way, in these times, and stay true to not only themselves and the way of Southern Belle life?
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True Life: I Work In The Sex Industry
aired: Wed, Feb 27, 2008
The adult entertainment industry is more popular and more mainstream than ever. But working in such a sexually charged field still greatly affects the personal lives of those who work in that field. On this episode of True Life, you'll meet three young people attempting to maintain normality outside of their very unusual work places.
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True Life: I Need Anger Management
aired: Sat, Feb 2, 2008
Everybody gets angry now and then. But some people have such trouble controlling this natural emotion that it can destroy their relationships with family and friends. On this episode of True Life, you'll meet three young people about to lose everything they love because they can't control their rage.
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True Life: I'm Coming to America
aired: Sat, Feb 2, 2008
All over the world people dream of moving to the United States. Some come for freedom, some come for work; but all immigrants must face the harsh realities of a place that can feel very strange to them. In this episode of True Life, you'll meet two young people from different corners of the globe looking for a better life in America against difficult odds.
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True Life: I Have a Husband in Iraq
aired: Sat, Feb 2, 2008
For most Americans serving in Iraq, there's probably someone back home struggling with their loved one's absence. On this episode of True Life, you'll meet three young women doing their best to cope with the loneliness, fear, and added responsibilities that come from being left behind while their husbands fight overseas.
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True Life: I'm Happy to be Fat
aired: Mon, Jan 21, 2008
Is it possible to be overweight and proud of it? On this episode of True Life you'll meet three self-described "fat" people who are happy with themselves and their bodies. They do not subscribe to a culture obsessed with stick figures. Rather, they defy the norm by declaring themselves big and beautiful. But can the challenges of being large in today's society chip away at their self-confidence?
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True Life: I'm Getting Out of Prison
aired: Mon, Jan 14, 2008
On this episode of True Life, we follow the lives of Stephen, Jessica, and Chaz as they experience life outside of prison. Paying bills, re-adjusting to a normal life, reconnecting with family and loved ones, and finding employment are just some of the challenges that face these three as they re-enter the real world.
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True Life: I'm the Black Sheep
aired: Sat, Jan 5, 2008
What's it like to be an outcast in your own family? On this episode of True Life you'll meet three young people who are expressing their individuality, which is causing them to be anything but the pride of their pack.
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True Life: I Panic
aired: Sat, Jan 5, 2008
Everyone has anxieties, but what do you do when those fears turn into violent panic attacks that keep you from doing everyday activities? On this episode of True Life, we follow three young adults struggling to build normal lives while learning to control their panic disorder.
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True Life: I'm an Alcoholic
aired: Sat, Jan 5, 2008
On this episode of True Life we'll explore the devastating effect alcohol can have on some people's lives as we document several young people struggling with this addiction. Whether they're just realizing their problem, fighting to make this relapse their last, or learning what its like to finally be sober, True Life: I'm an Alcoholic will highlight the destructive nature of the disease and illustrate a path to recovery.
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True Life: I Live in The Projects
aired: Sat, Dec 1, 2007
This episode of True Life follows three young people trying to overcome the harsh reality of living in some of the most notorious neighborhoods in the United States: the projects. Dino has lived his entire life in Los Angeles' gang-infested projects. In fact, he's only ever slept two places: the projects and jail. However, after the death of his mother, he's made an attempt to turn his life around by working a legitimate job and setting a positive example for his nephew. Because he still lives in the projects, Dino is constantly tempted to return to gang life, especially when one of his friends is shot. He has to work his hardest to resist his desire to retaliate, keep himself out of jail, and continue on his path out of the projects.
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True Life: I'm Going To Rehab
aired: Sat, Dec 1, 2007
Rehab offers hope, salvation and a chance for a healthy life. But, only a handful of drug addicts walk through its doors. We will meet two young men with addictions so severe that rehab may be their last chance for help.
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True Life: I'm Having an Arranged Marriage
aired: Sat, Dec 1, 2007
First comes love, then comes marriage. But, for some... it doesn't. Follow Najwa, Rohit and Arwa as they jump head first in to marriages arranged by their families..
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True Life: I'm Pregnant
aired: Sun, Nov 4, 2007
On this episode of True Life we follow the lives of two young couples dealing with pregnancies.
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True Life: I Stutter
aired: Sun, Nov 4, 2007
On this episode of True Life we follow the lives of three young people as they try and overcome their extreme problems with speech so they can lead normal lives. There's Tim, who stutters so severely that he's unable to even get a job interview. Because he can't work, he's unable to pay his bills and is forced to actually eat moldy foods and faces the possibility of eviction. He's going to have to work extra hard to convince a bar or restaurant to take a chance on him as a bartender that people won't always understand if he doesn't want to end up on the street.
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True Life: I'm the New Kid in Town
aired: Sun, Nov 4, 2007
It's one thing to choose to move to a new city and start a new chapter in your life, but what happens when your parents uproot you against your will and plunk you down in a town thousands of miles from home? On this episode of True Life we follow Grace, who was a typical American high school student until her Dad got a job and moved her family to New Zealand for a year.
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True Life: I'm Supporting My Family
aired: Sun, Nov 4, 2007
On this episode of True Life we follow the lives of two young women working to support their families.
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True Life: I'm Having a Summer Romance
aired: Sun, Nov 4, 2007
On this episode of True Life we follow the lives of two couples engaging in summer romances.
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True Life: This is Me Now
aired: Sat, Sep 29, 2007
(formerly known as "I was a True Life Superstar")
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True Life: I'm in a Long Distance Relationship
aired: Sat, Sep 29, 2007
Maintaining a relationship takes work in the best of circumstances but what happens when you add thousands of miles of road between two people in love? This episode of True Life will follow two couples struggling to make long distance relationships work. With the inability to see each other every night will late night phone calls and every other weekend visits be enough to keep their relationships afloat? Or will distance, lack of trust and jealousy tear them apart?
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True Life: I Live On The Border
aired: Sat, Sep 29, 2007
It's estimated that more than a million people risk their lives each year to illegally cross over the border from Mexico into the United States. While most are looking for a better job, some are criminals that make drug smuggling and gun violence routine in border towns. On this episode of True Life , you'll meet three individuals overwhelmed by the problems caused by illegal immigration and find out what it's like to live on the border.
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True Life: I Am Celibate
aired: Wed, Jul 25, 2007
These days, many young people are choosing celibacy over intercourse. On this episode of True Life , we follow three individuals who are struggling with their decision to remain celibate. Each have previously had sex, which makes it even harder for them to battle temptation.
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True Life: I Self Injure
aired: Thu, Mar 22, 2007
Most of us would do anything to avoid physical pain and injure. But, there may be millions of young people today who actually find relief from extreme anxiety by deliberately cutting, burning or otherwise hurting themselves.
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True Life: I Have Autism
aired: Thu, Mar 15, 2007
Follow three young men who are all battling Autism.
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True Life: I'm Dating Someone Older
aired: Sun, Mar 4, 2007
What's it like dating someone old enough to be your parent? On this episode of True Life, you'll meet two couples trying hard to bridge the generation gap to make their relationships work.
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True Life: I'm In Debt
aired: Sun, Feb 25, 2007
It may be hard to believe, but because of the availability of easy credit, and the record high cost of college, young Americans today are carrying more debt than any generation in history. On this episode of True Life we meet three young people who are struggling desperately to clear their credit, just so they can get their lives off the ground.
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True Life: I'm Stepping
aired: Sun, Feb 18, 2007
It's loud and it can bring the house down, we're talking about stepping, a raucous mix of African tribal, dance, tap, cheerleading, and gymnastics. It was once a predominantly African American fraternity and sorority past time, but is now crossing cultural boundaries nation wide. On this episode of true life we meet three step teams from all over the U.S trying to prove their number one by competing for the top prize at Step Correct, a national step championship.
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True Life: I'm A Sumo Wrestler
aired: Fri, Jan 26, 2007
To most Americans they look like fat guys in diapers, but in Japan they're larger than life. We're talking about sumo wrestlers, the proud heirs of an ancient sport that's just catching on in the United States. In this episode of True Life , we follow three young wrestlers hoping to make it big in a large man's world.
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True Life: I'm in an Interfaith Relationship
aired: Tue, Jan 9, 2007
There are few things young people find more important than
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True Life: I'm On Vacation
aired: Tue, Jan 2, 2007
For most, vacations are for kicking back, relaxing and exploring an exotic destination. But what happens if your trip has the subtext of getting closer to a companion? On this episode of True Life, we meet four young people planning to use their time away from home to put important relationships to the ultimate test.
Episode
True Life: I'm Out
aired: Tue, Nov 21, 2006
Coming out can be one of the most gut-wrenching experiences in the life of any young person. But what happens after you've told your friends and family that you're gay? On this episode of True Life, we meet three young people facing the challenge of living new lives outside the closet.
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True Life: I'm Getting My Big Break
aired: Thu, May 4, 2006
tAlexandra Chando, 19, was a student at Manhattan College in New York City when she decided to take break from school and try her hand being a professional actor. Having spent her entire life up to that point participating in school plays and local theatre, Alexandra seemed destined for the stage and screen. When she auditions for a new regular role on As the World Turns, she nails the part and is spun into the world of day time soaps. Although she is nervous at first, Alexandra is able to adapt to her new environment at As the World Turns, and is quickly embraced by both the cast and crew as well as regular fans of the show. As time goes on, Alexandra begins to transform into a daytime diva , a long way from the small-town high school actress she once was. It's not long before she's attending red carpet events, and finding herself the subject of stories in various soap-related media outlets.
Episode
True Life: I'm a Jersey Shore Girl
aired: Thu, Oct 14, 2004
True Life is back in Seaside Heights, New Jersey for another wild summer at the Jersey Shore--only this time we're going to show you how the girls party "down" there. True Life: I'm a Jersey Shore Girl will follow three Jersey Girls with a rented summer share house and see how they try to maintain relationships in this fashion-obsessed, hormone-driven hotspot.
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True Life: I'm Obese
aired: Thu, Jul 15, 2004
True Life: I'm Obese features three young people who are confronting their problems with obesity, including Amy, who at 500 pounds is almost completely immobile and fears she will die without gastric bypass surgery; Corey, who is often made fun of at school for his large size; and Frances, who is happy with her body and doesn't care what other people think.
Episode
True Life: I Live A Double Life
aired: Thu, May 13, 2004
True Life: I Live a Double Life tells the stories of three young people who are living a lie and trying to keep the truth from coming out. Mitch is juggling two girlfriends at the same time; Jeanine, a full-time Anna Nicole Smith impersonator is so good at her job that she's forgotten who she really is; and Chris, a seemingly All-American ladies' man hasn't told his friends that he's leading a secret gay life.
Episode
True Life: I Have A Summer Share
aired: Thu, Nov 20, 2003
If your having a summer filled with nonstop partying, constant chaos and an occasional run-in with the police, then you are probably chilling at the Jersey shore. On this episode of True Life, you'll meet Tommy and Anthony as they spend weekends in their rented house.
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Episode 101
101. Greatest Moments Ever
aired: Sat, Jan 19, 2013
A compilation of the most obsessive, absurd, brave, shocking & uplifting moments from True Life history. Plus we catch up with some of our most unforgettable subjects and find out what they're up to now.
Episode 9
9. I'm Living in My Sibling's Shadow
aired: Wed, Apr 10, 2013
Two young people would do anything to be considered as accomplished as their older siblings.
Episode 8
8. I'm Questioning My Gender Again
aired: Wed, Apr 3, 2013
Two young people, who have already changed their gender once, may have to convert it back again as they search to find their true identities once and for all.
Episode 7
7. I'm Addicted to Tanning
aired: Wed, Mar 27, 2013
Two sun seekers put their lives on the line in search of the perfect tan. A man is concerned that his son's tanning obsession puts his health at risk; a young woman's tanning salon habit is straining her family finances.
Episode 6
6. I Have a High Maintenance Girlfriend
aired: Tue, Mar 5, 2013
Two guys struggle to stand up to their ultra-demanding girlfriends while still trying to keep their relationships intact.
Episode 5
5. I'm a Surrogate
aired: Sat, Jan 19, 2013
Two women want to have babies for childless couples. Amanda is battling intense nausea while pregnant with another couple's twins. Rhonda has agreed to use her own egg and inseminate at home for a couple she met on the internet.
Episode 4
4. I'm a Bridesmaid
aired: Sat, Jan 19, 2013
Two women face the challenges of being bridesmaids. Ryann is helping her cousin plan her wedding with only $2500 to spend. Carissa is so stressed meeting her bride's demands that it's causing tension with her own boyfriend.
Episode 3
3. I Hate the Government
aired: Sat, Jan 19, 2013
Three people are obsessed with changing the American political system. Amelia wants to strengthen the militia movement. Andrew is fighting to outlaw abortion. Caleb organizes the nation's first high school Tea Party club.
Episode 2
2. I Can't Control My Pet
aired: Sat, Jan 19, 2013
Two young men try to tame their unruly pets. Brett B's piglet has ballooned into a 200 lb porker who humps everyone in sight. Brett P is going mad because his mother's coddled poodle barks at him incessantly.
Episode 1
1. I'm Having Unusual Plastic Surgery
aired: Sat, Jan 19, 2013
Two young people brave new frontiers in the OR to overhaul their appearances. Louie is looking for a surgeon who can remove silicone horns from his head without disfiguring his face, while Salomé gets a Brazilian butt lift.
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Episode 24
24. I'm Coming Out 2
aired: Tue, Mar 31, 1998
Two college students struggle with the difficult challenge of revealing their sexual orientation to their friends and families. With the fear of rejection on their mind, they bravely seek acceptance from their loved ones.
Episode 23
23. I Have a Strange Habit
aired: Sat, Oct 6, 2012
Two women struggle to quit bizarre coping mechanisms that are doing them more harm than good. Aspiring manicurist, Kayliah, can't stop eating emery boards. While Emily's hair pulling may hurt her chances to be an actress.
Episode 22
22. I'm a Boxer In Detriot
aired: Sat, Oct 6, 2012
Two young people hope boxing will help them overcome the challenges of growing up in Detroit. Shante's temper helps her win in the ring but causes her nothing but trouble outside of it. Mooka tries to balance boxing with girls.
Episode 21
21. I Hate My Hair
aired: Sat, Oct 6, 2012
Two women are so ashamed of their hair they'll do anything to make it disappear. Aspiring stylist, Rachel, keeps her damaged locks hidden under a wig. Kristine is repulsed by her own body hair and going into debt to remove it.
Episode 20
20. I'm Addicted to Heroin
aired: Sat, Oct 6, 2012
Three young adults are caught in a life-or-death struggle when their heroin addiction begins to consume their lives. With an overpowering urge to maintain their high, they face pressure to escape addiction's grip and get clean.
Episode 19
19. I Work for My Parents
aired: Wed, Aug 22, 2012
Young people cope with working for their parents. Nikki has to take marching orders from both her mother and her ex, Allie wants to take over her father's car dealership, while Lee longs to break away from his family's business.
Episode 18
18. I'm Giving My Boyfriend an Ultimatum
aired: Tue, Mar 31, 1998
Two young women tell their boyfriends to make a change or lose them. Massiel tries to stick to her threat to walk away if her boyfriend doesn't stop criticizing her while Amela tries to get her boyfriend to change careers.
Episode 17
17. I Work with My Ex
aired: Wed, Aug 29, 2012
Young people find it difficult to move on from past relationships while working with their exes. Corey takes a job at his ex's hair salon to be close to her. Jessica helps her ex publish his book even though he's dating again.
Episode 16
16. I'm Working My Way Out of Poverty
aired: Sat, Jun 16, 2012
Two young people struggle in the dire straits of poverty. Quincy, a former drug dealer, struggles to provide for his family without resorting to criminal means, while Courtney strives to prevent her family's imminent eviction.
Episode 15
15. I Have a New Stepparent
aired: Sat, Jun 16, 2012
Teenagers' lives are forever changed with the introduction of step-parents into their families. Ali and Robyn strive to maintain their relationships with their parents while Fernando struggles to bond with his new siblings.
Episode 14
14. I'm Addicted to Caffeine
aired: Sat, Jun 16, 2012
The need to keep caffeinated begins to threaten these young people's well-being. Leandra and Adam need to kick their habit to regain their health and independence. Crystal's habit puts her baby's health on the line as well.
Episode 13
13. I'm Addicted to Marijuana
aired: Thu, Jun 14, 2012
Young adults struggle to keep their lives in order as their addiction to marijuana heightens. AmyBeth smokes to keep her anxiety down, Amere faces the demand to quit his 8-blunt a day habit cold turkey, and Troy faces jail time.
Episode 12
12. I'm Breaking Up With My Best Friend
aired: Tue, May 22, 2012
Two sets of friends are pushed to the brink by insults and betrayals and are now on the verge of splitting up. They thought they would be friends forever, but now they're drifting apart. Can they salvage their relationships?
Episode 11
11. Then and Now
aired: Thu, May 17, 2012
From the unusual to the intense, and the hilarious to the shocking, True Life showcases young people's unique stories. Catch up with your favorite characters from the past to find out how their stories are continuing to unfold.
Episode 10
10. I'm Getting A Second Chance
aired: Sun, Apr 15, 2012
Rocky, previously featured in "True Life: I'm Uncomfortable with My New Body" is still unhappy with his body. He gets a second chance with a life coach who helps him conquer the problems he was unable to solve on his own.
Episode 9
9. I Have Orthorexia
aired: Sun, Apr 15, 2012
Three young people overdo healthy eating: a girl who eats only raw food for two years, a guy who fears that eating impure food causes cancer and a girl's whose social life crumbles due to her increasingly rigid eating habits.
Episode 8
8. I'm Supporting My Man
aired: Sun, Apr 15, 2012
A pregnant girl is waitressing to pay the bills because her immigrant husband can't afford his green card. A young mother is forced to strip because the father of her kids hasn't had a job in years.
Episode 7
7. I Live With My Ex
aired: Sun, Apr 15, 2012
Two people deal with living with former flames. A girl lives with her ex-lover so he can help with bills and raising their son. A guy shares his place with his ex, even though the arrangement doesn't sit well with new girl.
Episode 6
6. I'm Addicted to Sex
aired: Tue, Apr 10, 2012
Utterly consumed by their sexual desires, two young people's lives are in disarray. A girl keeps begging her boyfriend to make love but is never satisfied. A young man's multiple partners habit prevents him from finding love.
Episode 5
5. I Have Diabetes
aired: Wed, Jan 18, 2012
Kristyn is forced to move back home after her health care costs spiral out of control. Matthew is determined not to let the disease stop his partying. Jen is finding it difficult to control her symptoms while pregnant.
Episode 4
4. I'm a Sex Offender
aired: Wed, Jan 18, 2012
Two young men are struggling with the harsh restrictions that come with being on the national sex offender registry. Can Justin and Terry overcome the stigma which is the result of the crimes they commited as teenagers?
Episode 3
3. I Can't Please My Parents
aired: Wed, Jan 11, 2012
Two young men are trying to pursue their dreams without destroying their relationships with mom and dad in the process. The parents want to call the shots - but do they really know best?
Episode 1
1. On the Mat
aired: Wed, Jan 4, 2012
High School wrestling is like no other sport. Those who devote themselves to it often say a typical season falls somewhere in between torture and pure hell. Losing is not an option at Lake Stevens High.
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Episode 27
27. The Theriot Family: The Riot in the Bayou 2
aired: Tue, Mar 31, 1998
The Theriot family is back! Sex, partying, and playing in the mud are a way of life for the Theriots, but their family bond comes under fire as Kathleen and the gang begin to come of age.
Episode 26
26. The Theriot Family: The Riot in the Bayou
aired: Wed, Feb 23, 2011
The story of an outrageous family in Southern Louisiana with a no-holds-barred approach to dating, fighting, and partying.
Episode 22
22. I Have a Hot Mom
aired: Tue, Oct 25, 2011
Two teenage girls have to deal with mothers who are obsessed about their own physical appearances, as well as their daughters'.
Episode 19
19. I'm In The Marijuana Business
aired: Thu, Jul 21, 2011
In this episode of True Life, you'll meet three young people grappling with the highs and lows of trying to make a living in the marijuana business.
Episode 18
18. I'm Trying To Be Straight
aired: Thu, Jul 14, 2011
On this episode of True Life you'll meet two young people who once considered themselves gay... and now are doing everything they can to be straight.
Episode 17
17. I'm A Sugar Baby
aired: Thu, Jul 14, 2011
On this episode of True Life, you?ll meet three self-proclaimed sugar babies struggling with the consequences of taking cash and gifts in exchange for the pleasure of their company.
Episode 16
16. I'm Being Sent Away By My Parents
aired: Thu, Jul 7, 2011
On this episode of True Life, you'll meet two rebellious young men being shipped off into strict, alien environments aimed at correcting their defiant conduct once and for all.
Episode 15
15. I'm the Big Girl
aired: Thu, Jun 30, 2011
Holley Mangold, a 370 pound, former high school football lineman, is going for Olympic Gold. While older brother Nick suits up on Sundays with the New York Jets, Holley has emerged as one of the USA's top women weightlifters.
Episode 14
14. I Can't Get Over My First Love
aired: Thu, Jun 30, 2011
For many of us, there's nothing more painful than a broken heart that comes at the hands of a first love. On this episode of True Life, you'll meet two young people in desperate straits as they deal with the ones that got away.
Episode 13
13. I Hate My Roommate
aired: Thu, Jun 23, 2011
What if you were stuck living under the same roof with someone you could no longer stand? On this episode of True Life, you?ll meet two sets of incompatible roommates who?ve finally reached the breaking point.
Episode 12
12. I'm Allergic To Everything
aired: Thu, Jun 23, 2011
How would you feel if you could die just because you ate a few morsels of the wrong food? On this episode of True Life, you?ll meet two young people with allergies so severe that every meal is a dangerous threat to their health.
Episode 9
9. I'm Passing as Someone I'm Not
aired: Sat, Apr 9, 2011
What if you spent every minute of every day lying about who you really are? On this episode of "True Life," you?ll meet two young people trapped in a web of deceit as they try to conceal their true identities from everyone.
Episode 8
8. I'm Going to Skatopia
aired: Sat, Apr 9, 2011
Welcome to Skatopia, an 88-acre skater's paradise that's full of extreme ramps & bowls, where anyone's invited to camp out, skate, enjoy over-the-top parties, and live without almost any rules or supervision.
Episode 7
7. I'm Too Young For My Boyfriend
aired: Sat, Apr 9, 2011
18-year-old Swayze lives with her parents, while her boyfriend, parties all night with his friends. 16-year-old Christina and her boyfriend Warren were tight until he turned 21 and started going out every weekend without her.
Episode 6
6. True Life Goes On: Where Are Your Favorites Now?
aired: Mon, Jan 10, 2011
In this special episode we're catching up with some of your all-time favorites. We'll show you who's reached new highs, who's hit new lows and who's story took a shocking twist.
Episode 4
4. I'm Addicted to Food
aired: Mon, Dec 27, 2010
On this episode of True Life, you'll meet two young women so fixated on food that it's now destroying their health and their future. Can they put an end to the gluttony before these addictions end up consuming them?
Episode 3
3. I'm an Albino
aired: Mon, Dec 20, 2010
On this episode of True Life, you'll meet three young people struggling to fit in because they were born with no pigment in their skin, hair and eyes. Can they embrace the challenges of their condition and lead normal lives?
Episode 2
2. I Have a Paranormal Ability
aired: Mon, Dec 13, 2010
On this episode of True Life, you'll meet young psychic mediums who must battle non-believers. Can they prove that their sixth sense is the real deal and not a joke? Find out on True Life: I Have Paranormal Ability.
Episode 1
1. I Can't Have Sex
aired: Mon, Dec 6, 2010
On this episode of True Life, you'll meet three young women who are desperately searching for solutions to the chronic medical conditions that make sexual intercourse unbearable. Will they find relief? Or be forever frustrated?
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Episode 17
17. Resist the Power! Saudi Arabia
aired: Sun, May 23, 2010
Four young Saudis tell their stories of risk and rebellion against the government and conservative institutes of their country.
Episode 16
16. I'm a Newlywed
aired: Sun, May 16, 2010
Two couples are waiting to share their beds and their homes until after they've exchanged "I do's." They're getting married without the benefit of a test run. Will they accept each other for better or for worse?
Episode 15
15. I Hate My Plastic Surgery
aired: Sun, May 9, 2010
Two young women are struggling with the harsh consequences of cosmetic procedures gone awry. Nikki's rhinoplasty left her with a misshapen nose. Amanda's convinced that her breast implants are the cause of her health problems.
Episode 14
14. I Have a Traumatic Brain Injury
aired: Sun, May 2, 2010
Adam can't retain information and sometimes thinks the world around him is an illusion. Donnie's short term memory problems may derail his ability to regain independence. Neil can't recognize faces or read emotions in others.
Episode 13
13. I Am Hustling in the Hamptons
aired: Sun, Apr 25, 2010
The Hamptons is a seaside community that caters to Manhattan's wealthiest elite but not everyone who summers there has a mansion to call home. Meet two young people hoping to infiltrate Hamptons high society from the outside .
Episode 12
12. I Hate My Face
aired: Sun, Apr 18, 2010
Two young women who suffer from Body Dysmorphia (BDD) are desperate to overcome their distorted self-perceptions so they can move on with their lives.
Episode 11
11. I Have NF
aired: Sun, Apr 11, 2010
The reality of young people with Neurofibromatosis (NF) - a genetic disorder that causes painful tumors to form throughout the body.
Episode 10
10. I'm Relocating for Love
aired: Sun, Apr 4, 2010
Three young people are torn between leaving behind everything they know -- and being with the one they love.
Episode 9
9. I Have a Parent in Prison
aired: Mon, Mar 29, 2010
Two young people are trying to forge new relationships with their parents who have been incarcerated for years.
Episode 8
8. I Have Digital Drama
aired: Mon, Mar 22, 2010
More & more young people are discovering that the very technology designed to bring them together, can just as easily tear them apart. Meet 2 couples whose obsessive digital habits are threatening to destroy their relationships.
Episode 7
7. I Need a Transplant
aired: Mon, Mar 15, 2010
Two young people are forced to confront their own mortality as they undergo major surgical procedures that could mean the difference between life & death. Morgan has chronic kidney disease & Craig needs a bone marrow transplant.
Episode 6
6. I'm Ex Amish
aired: Mon, Mar 8, 2010
When you grow up devoutly Amish, embracing modernity usually means being cut off from your family forever. In this episode three young people deal with the harsh consequences of breaking away from their Amish communities.
Episode 5
5. I'm Looking for My Child
aired: Mon, Feb 22, 2010
Two young men are desperate to find their long lost daughters and become fathers. Joey picks up the broken pieces of the life, to care of his child. John, happy to be a father, is blindsided by the problems teen parenthood.
Episode 4
4. I'm at a Crossroads in My Relationship
aired: Mon, Feb 1, 2010
Every relationship has to come to a fateful decision: commit or separate. Jamilia is tired of supporting her broke boyfriend, Blair. Michele is engaged to Chris despite doubts that they're compatible. Will these couples survive?
Episode 3
3. I'm Addicted to Videogames
aired: Mon, Jan 25, 2010
Videogames are a hobby, but for Barry & Charisse they are an obsession. Can Barry beat his addiction, raise his GPA & win his fiance back? Charise, a college dropout, is getting a 2nd chance, but will gaming prevent her success
Episode 2
2. I'm a Gambler
aired: Sat, Jan 9, 2010
Whether betting on sports, blackjack, or online poker, many of us enjoy the chance to turn loose change into big money. On this episode of True Life, you'll meet three young people whose gambling habits have become an obsession.
Episode 1
1. I'm Homeschooled
aired: Sat, Jan 9, 2010
There are two million Americans educated at home every year. Stevie prefers the Christian education he's getting at home. He dreams of playing college football and fears his homeschooling will hinder him being recruited to play.
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Episode 29
29. I'm Homeless
aired: Sun, Nov 15, 2009
What?s it like to have virtually no money or food, and not even a place to lay your head? On this episode of True Life you?ll meet three young people lead by their own dire circumstances down the same treacherous path to homelessness.
Episode 28
28. I'm Clashing with My Parents
aired: Sun, Nov 15, 2009
Have you ever been at loggerheads with mom and dad over an issue so divisive, it threatened to permanently damage your relationship? On this episode of True Life you'll meet two young people involved in explosive power struggles with their parents that have now reached the critical stage.
Episode 27
27. I Have Broke Parents
aired: Sun, Nov 15, 2009
What?s it like to be dependant on someone who?s broke? If your parents are one of the nearly 15 million Americans who?ve lost their job in the last two years, then you know that satisfying everyday needs for food and shelter is a constant pressure. In the episode of True Life you?ll meet two young people who have out-of-work parents and are living in fear of losing it all.
Episode 26
26. I Can't Leave My Boyfriend
aired: Sun, Nov 15, 2009
As the old song tells us, breaking up is hard to do. So what?s it like when your romance has dragged on past its expiration date and you still can?t let go? On this episode of True Life you?ll meet two young women who desperately want to end their relationships, but somehow can?t keep themselves from getting sucked back in.
Episode 25
25. I Can No Longer Afford My Lifestyle
aired: Mon, Oct 19, 2009
What if you had it all, and then, simply lost it? In this episode of True Life, you?ll meet three young people who achieved financial success at an early age, only to see their fortunes wiped out when the recession hit.
Episode 24
24. I'm a Sports Fanatic
aired: Mon, Sep 28, 2009
You've seen them, heard them, you've undoubtedly at times been annoyed by them, but there are few people on the planet who exhibit more dedication than hardcore sports fans. In this episode of True Life you'll meet three young die-hards whose fanaticism is so intense, it threatens to overwhelm nearly every aspect of their lives.
Episode 23
23. I'm Rehabbing My Injury
aired: Mon, Sep 21, 2009
What's it like to be at the top of your game only to be suddenly incapacitated in the blink of an eye? On this episode of True Life you'll meet three young athletes struggling to overcome injuries threatening to derail their dreams for the future.
Episode 22
22. I'm a Fanboy
aired: Sat, Sep 19, 2009
At some point or another, most of us fall in love with the work of pop culture, a movie, videogame, or maybe a comic book character. But if your enthusiasm goes over the edge and becomes all-consuming, then you're probably a fanboy. In this episode of True Life you'll meet three young people whose passion for their geeked out hobbies is so intense, it's completely taken over their lives.
Episode 21
21. I'm Changing My Gender
aired: Sat, Sep 19, 2009
Are you a boy or are you a girl? For most of us, the answer is an easy one, but for anyone whose sex organs differ from how they perceive their own gender, these are questions that can cause anguish. On this episode of True Life, you'll meet two young people taking extreme measures to bring their bodies and minds into alignment once and for all.
Episode 20
20. I'm Polyamorous
aired: Mon, Sep 14, 2009
Most of us probably feel that maintaining a healthy monogamous relationship is more than enough to handle, but what's it like if you believe that true physical and emotional fulfillment can only be achieved with committed attachment to multiple partners? On this episode of True Life you'll meet two young people exploring the world of polyamory.
Episode 19
19. I Hate My Tattoos
aired: Mon, Sep 7, 2009
Over one-third of all Americans currently sport at least one tattoo. But what happens when you come to hate the markings you've permanently etched into your skin? On this episode of True Life you'll meet three young people desperate to get rid of the tats, they feel, prevent them from fulfilling their potential.
Episode 18
18. I'm Ending My Marriage
aired: Mon, Aug 31, 2009
If you've ever been in a failed relationship, then you know breaking up is always hard to do. But when a union starts to fall apart after sacred vows are exchanged, homes have been shared, and children are involved, the effects can be devastating. In this episode of True Life you'll meet two young couples suddenly faced with marriages on the brink.
Episode 17
17. I'm Having Twins
aired: Thu, Jul 30, 2009
The tears, the diaper changes, the utter lack of sleep. Adding a baby inevitably rocks your world, but what???s it like to have two at once? On this episode of True Life you???ll meet several young women who are struggling to care for newborn twins, without losing their minds.
Episode 16
16. I'm Bisexual
aired: Sat, Jun 6, 2009
What???s it like if your sexual orientation crosses traditional boundaries and confounds straights and gays alike? On this episode of True Life you???ll meet three young people entering the sometimes treacherous tunnel of love as they grapple with their attraction to both sexes.
Episode 15
15. I Don't Like My Large Breasts
aired: Sat, Jun 6, 2009
Many women would love to have bigger breasts, but what???s it like when you feel blessed with too much of a good thing? On this episode of True Life you???ll meet three young women who believe that being unusually top-heavy is preventing them from finding happiness.
Episode 14
14. I'm Looking For My Sibling
aired: Sat, May 23, 2009
What if you have a brother or sister you've never met, but desperately want to find? When parents break apart, their children sometimes grow up cut off from one another. On this episode of True Life, you'll meet two young people determined to reconnect with their long lost siblings.
Episode 13
13. I'm Stuck at Home
aired: Sat, May 23, 2009
What if you were years out of high school but regularly sleeping in the same bedroom you had as a kid? That's the often-humiliating reality for the millions of twenty-somethings who are still living at home with their parents. On this episode of True Life, you'll meet three young people who are doing everything they can to leave their all-too-comfy nests.
Episode 12
12. I Don't Like My Small Breasts
aired: Sat, May 2, 2009
There's nothing unusual about a woman who wants larger breasts. But what if you're so unhappy with your cup size that it becomes an obsession? On this episode of True Life you'll meet two young people whose fixation with their small breasts is keeping them from living normal and happy lives.
Episode 11
11. I'm Losing My Hair
aired: Sat, May 2, 2009
It affects more than 55 million Americans in the United States, 40% of those affected are women. We're talking about hair loss. On this episode of True Life you'll meet three young people grappling with the emotional impact of premature balding.
Episode 10
10. I'm Uncomfortable With My New Body
aired: Tue, May 5, 2009
What if you lost a massive amount of weight only to find you were still desperately unhappy with the way you looked? On this episode of True Life you'll meet two young people who have lost hundreds of pounds, but are still struggling to come to terms with their new bodies.
Episode 9
9. I'm Addicted to Porn
aired: Sat, Mar 28, 2009
Admit it, you've snuck a peek at least once or twice. Maybe on occasion you've checked it out even more than that. But imagine living with a compulsion to watch or even engage in pornography all the time. On this episode of True Life, you'll meet three young people who feel they're actually porn addicts.
Episode 8
8. I'm Eloping
aired: Sat, Mar 21, 2009
What if you threw a wedding and nobody came? In this episode of True Life, you're invited to meet two couples who actually planned it just this way. As the economy worsens, more and more young people are foregoing traditional celebrations and eloping. Exchanging vows in private, less-costly ceremonies, unbenounced to even their closest family and friends.
Episode 7
7. I'm Placing My Baby for Adoption
aired: Sat, Mar 21, 2009
If you were young, single and pregnant, with no viable means to support yourself, would you place your baby for adoption? In this episode of True Life, you'll meet two young women facing the agonizing decision of whether to parent their babies or let them be raised by someone else.
Episode 6
6. I'm a High School Freshman
aired: Sat, Mar 14, 2009
Excitement and anticipation; anxiety and even fear. What were you feeling when you walked into high school for the first time? In this episode of True Life, you'll meet three Long Island teens navigating their way through the ups and downs of freshman year at Roslyn High.
Episode 5
5. I'm a College Freshman
aired: Sat, Jan 31, 2009
There is nothing like the feeling of kissing your mother goodbye and moving into your first room away from home, but being a college freshmen means more than just going to frat parties and football games.
Episode 4
4. I Can't Sleep
aired: Sat, Jan 31, 2009
How would you feel if you never got a good night of sleep? For the more than twenty million Americans who suffer from chronic sleep disorders, that feeling is agony. In this episode of True Life, three young people try to function at school, work and home while seriously being sleep deprived.
Episode 3
3. I'm a Nuyorican
aired: Sun, Jan 25, 2009
They are the descendants of Puerto Ricans who immigrated to New York City and they straddle two very different and often conflicting worlds.
Episode 2
2. I'm Addicted to Meds
aired: Sun, Jan 25, 2009
Snorting an illegally obtained narcotic, is just as dangerous as snorting a line of cocaine.
Episode 1
1. True Life Resolutions: Made and Kept
aired: Sat, Jan 31, 2009
They went to extremes and battled their demons, stared down their fears and chased their dreams.
Watch True Life episodes from 2008
Episode 29
29. I Have Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
aired: Sat, Dec 6, 2008
What's it like to survive the nightmare of war, but still be haunted by your experiences after returning to the US?
Episode 28
28. I'm Competitive with My Friends
aired: Sat, Dec 6, 2008
Most of us enjoy having some good-natured competitions in our lives, but what happens if you're so combative that you turn even casual activities into cut-throat contests, and constantly make your friends your foes.
Episode 27
27. I'm In a Love Triangle
aired: Sat, Dec 6, 2008
Making a relationship work is hard enough, but what's it like if the person you're seeing is also in love with someone else?
Episode 26
26. I Have a Summer Share 2
aired: Sat, Nov 1, 2008
Every summer, thousands of young people flock to beaches across America to shack up with friends for the season.
Episode 25
25. I'm Getting Married 2
aired: Thu, Oct 30, 2008
It starts with a simple heartfelt question, and ends with a kiss. But all bets are off during the months in between.
Episode 24
24. I'm Living Off the Grid
aired: Wed, Oct 8, 2008
Imagine being so self-sufficient that you don't need public utilities for electricity or water.
Episode 23
23. I'm a Mixed Martial Arts Fighter
aired: Wed, Oct 8, 2008
With a hit TV series and Pay-Per-View extravaganzas that rival viewership of pro wrestling, mixed martial arts has rapidly become one of America's most popular combat sports.
Episode 22
22. I'm a Single Parent
aired: Sun, Oct 5, 2008
Raising a child is a difficult challenge even with a trusted partner, but when you're young and single, it can be overwhelming
Episode 21
21. I'm Looking For My Mother
aired: Sun, Sep 14, 2008
Man of us feel fortunate to have a strong bond with our mother. But how would it feel if your mom left you as a child, and never returned.
Episode 20
20. I Have Acne
aired: Sun, Sep 14, 2008
No one wants to go out into the world with a big pimple on their face. But for people who suffer from severe cystic acne, even the simplest social interactions can be torture.
Episode 19
19. I Don't Trust My Partner
aired: Sun, Aug 3, 2008
What happens when you fall in love with someone you don't trust? And every moment spent apart or every phone call that goes unanswered is cause for alarm?
Episode 18
18. I Can't Stay Thin
aired: Sun, Aug 3, 2008
What if every time you shed unwanted pounds you immediately gained them right back?
Episode 17
17. I'm Deaf
aired: Sun, Jul 20, 2008
How would you get along in a world without sound? Where you've never heard a note of music or your own mother's voice?
Episode 16
16. I'm a Compulsive Shopper
aired: Sun, Jul 20, 2008
Everybody shops. But for some people, walking out of a store with a bag full of something new provides a thrill like no other.
Episode 15
15. I Live Another Life On The Web
aired: Thu, May 29, 2008
Tens of millions of us love to socialize online, but in the virtual world where you can become almost anyone you want with a few strokes of a keyboard, some people take it to the extremes.
Episode 14
14. I Have Schizophrenia
aired: Thu, May 22, 2008
What if you couldn't tell the difference between reality and a scary hallucination?
Episode 13
13. I Have Embarrassing Parents 2
aired: Thu, May 15, 2008
Being embarrassed by your parents can be a rite of passage for many teenagers.
Episode 12
12. I'm Under Peer Pressure
aired: Sat, Apr 5, 2008
What's it like being pressured to change who you are in order to be accepted by your friends?
Episode 11
11. I'm Going to Fashion Week
aired: Sat, Apr 5, 2008
Twice a year, the biggest event in fashion comes to New York City.
Episode 10
10. I'm a Southern Belle
aired: Sat, Apr 5, 2008
The term "Southern Belle" suggests visions of mint juleps, impeccable coiffeurs, and lives of leisure.
Episode 9
9. I Work in the Sex Industry
aired: Sat, Mar 1, 2008
The adult entertainment industry is more popular and more mainstream than ever, but working in such a sexually charged field still greatly affects the personal lives of those who make it a career.
Episode 8
8. I Have a Husband in Iraq
aired: Sat, Feb 2, 2008
For most Americans serving in Iraq there’s probably someone back home struggling with their loved one’s long absence.
Episode 7
7. I'm Coming to America
aired: Sat, Feb 2, 2008
All over the world people dream of moving to the United States. Some come for freedom, and some come for work, but all immigrants must face harsh realities of a place that can feel very strange to them.
Episode 6
6. I Need Anger Management
aired: Sat, Feb 2, 2008
Everyone gets angry once in a while, but some people have such trouble controlling this natural emotion that it can destroy their relationships with family and friends.
Episode 5
5. I'm Getting Out of Prison
aired: Mon, Jan 21, 2008
What's it like to be locked up in prison for months or even years - and then be set free into a stressful and sometimes hostile outside world?
Episode 4
4. I'm Happy To Be Fat
aired: Mon, Jan 14, 2008
Does being overweight mean you have to be miserable? Not to the three young people you'll meet on this episode of True Life, who all feel they're better off being fat.
Episode 2
2. I'm the Black Sheep
aired: Sat, Jan 5, 2008
Every family has its differences, but what if you actually feel like an alien among your own flesh and blood?
Episode 1
1. I'm An Alcoholic
aired: Fri, Jan 4, 2008
What if every time you took a sip of alcohol you couldn’t stop drinking until it was hard to walk, talk, or even think? That's the grim reality for the estimated 12 million Americans who are alcoholics.
Episodes
Episode 29
True Life: I’m Clashing with My Parents
aired: Mon, Apr 2, 2012
Have you ever been at loggerheads with mom and dad over an issue so divisive, it threatened to permanently damage your relationship? On this episode of True Life you’ll meet two young people involved in explosive power struggles with their parents that have now reached the critical stage.
Episode 28
True Life: I'm Homeless
aired: Mon, Apr 2, 2012
What’s it like to have virtually no money or food, and not even a place to lay your head? On this episode of True Life you’ll meet three young people lead by their own dire circumstances down the same treacherous path to homelessness.
Episode 27
True Life: I Have Broke Parents
aired: Mon, Apr 2, 2012
What’s it like to be dependant on someone who’s broke? If your parents are one of the nearly 15 million Americans who’ve lost their job in the last two years, then you know that satisfying everyday needs for food and shelter is a constant pressure. In the episode of True Life you’ll meet two young people who have out-of-work parents and are living in fear of losing it all.
Episode 26
True Life: I Can't Leave My Boyfriend
aired: Mon, Apr 2, 2012
As the old song tells us, breaking up is hard to do. So what’s it like when your romance has dragged on past its expiration date and you still can’t let go? On this episode of True Life you’ll meet two young women who desperately want to end their relationships, but somehow can’t keep themselves from getting sucked back in.
Episode 25
True Life: I Can No Longer Afford My Lifestyle
aired: Mon, Apr 2, 2012
What if you had it all, and then, simply lost it? In this episode of True Life, you’ll meet three young people who achieved financial success at an early age, only to see their fortunes wiped out when the recession hit.
Episode 24
True Life: I'm a Sports Fanatic
aired: Mon, Apr 2, 2012
You’ve seen them, heard them, you’ve undoubtedly at times been annoyed by them, but there are few people on the planet who exhibit more dedication than hardcore sports fans. In this episode of True Life you’ll meet three young die-hards whose fanaticism is so intense, it threatens to overwhelm nearly every aspect of their lives.
Episode 23
True Life: I'm Rehabbing My Injury
aired: Mon, Apr 2, 2012
What’s it like to be at the top of your game only to be suddenly incapacitated in the blink of an eye? On this episode of True Life you’ll meet three young athletes struggling to overcome injuries threatening to derail their dreams for the future.
Episode 22
True Life: I'm a Boxer In Detriot
aired: Mon, Apr 2, 2012
Two young people hope boxing will help them overcome the challenges of growing up in Detroit. Shante
Episode 21
True Life: I Hate My Hair
aired: Mon, Apr 2, 2012
Two women are so ashamed of their hair they'll do anything to make it disappear. Aspiring stylist,
Episode 20
True Life: I'm Polyamorous
aired: Mon, Apr 2, 2012
Most of us probably feel that maintaining a healthy monogamous relationship is more than enough to handle, but what’s it like if you believe that true physical and emotional fulfillment can only be achieved with committed attachment to multiple partners? On this episode of True Life you’ll meet two young people exploring the world of polyamory.
Episode 19
True Life: I'm Addicted to Heroin
aired: Mon, Apr 2, 2012
Three young adults are caught in a life-or-death struggle when their heroin addiction begins to
Episode 18
True Life: I'm Giving My Boyfriend an Ultimatum
aired: Mon, Apr 2, 2012
Two young women tell their boyfriends to make a change or lose them. Massiel tries to stick to her
Episode 17
True Life: I Work with My Ex
aired: Mon, Apr 2, 2012
Young people find it difficult to move on from past relationships while working with their exes.
Episode 16
True Life: I Work for My Parents
aired: Mon, Apr 2, 2012
Young people cope with working for their parents. Nikki has to take marching orders from both her
Episode 15
True Life: I'm Working My Way Out of Poverty
aired: Mon, Apr 2, 2012
Two young people struggle in the dire straits of poverty. Quincy, a former drug dealer, struggles to
Episode 14
True Life: I Have a New Stepparent
aired: Mon, Apr 2, 2012
Teenagers' lives are forever changed with the introduction of step-parents into their families. Ali
Episode 13
True Life: I'm Addicted to Caffeine
aired: Mon, Apr 2, 2012
The need to keep caffeinated begins to threaten these young people's well-being. Leandra and Adam
Episode 12
True Life: I'm Addicted to Marijuana
aired: Mon, Apr 2, 2012
Young adults struggle to keep their lives in order as their addiction to marijuana heightens.
Episode 11
True Life: I'm Breaking Up With My Best Friend
aired: Mon, Apr 2, 2012
Two sets of friends are pushed to the brink by insults and betrayals and are now on the verge of splitting up. They thought they would be friends forever, but now they're drifting apart. Can they salvage their relationships?
Episode 10
True Life: Then and Now
aired: Mon, Apr 2, 2012
From the unusual to the intense, and the hilarious to the shocking, True Life showcases young people's unique stories. Catch up with your favorite characters from the past to find out how their stories are continuing to unfold.
Episode 9
True Life: I'm Getting A Second Chance
aired: Mon, Apr 2, 2012
Rocky, previously featured in "True Life: I'm Uncomfortable with My New Body" is still unhappy with his body. He gets a second chance with a life coach who helps him conquer the problems he was unable to solve on his own.
Episode 8
True Life: I Have Orthorexia
aired: Mon, Apr 2, 2012
Three young people overdo healthy eating: a girl who eats only raw food for two years, a guy who fears that eating impure food causes cancer and a girl's whose social life crumbles due to her increasingly rigid eating habits.
Episode 7
True Life: I'm Supporting My Man
aired: Mon, Apr 2, 2012
A pregnant girl is waitressing to pay the bills because her immigrant husband can't afford his green card. A young mother is forced to strip because the father of her kids hasn't had a job in years.
Episode 6
True Life: I Live With My Ex
aired: Mon, Apr 2, 2012
Two people deal with living with former flames. A girl lives with her ex-lover so he can help with bills and raising their son. A guy shares his place with his ex, even though the arrangement doesn't sit well with new girl.
Episode 5
True Life: I'm Looking for My Child
aired: Mon, Apr 2, 2012
Two young men are desperate to find their long lost daughters and become fathers. Joey picks up the broken pieces of his life, to care for his child. John, happy to be a father, is blindsided by the problems of teen parenthood.
Episode 4
True Life: I'm At a Crossroads In My Relationship
aired: Mon, Apr 2, 2012
Every relationship has to come to a fateful decision: commit or separate. Jamilia is tired of supporting her broke boyfriend, Blair. Michele is engaged to Chris despite doubts that they're compatible. Will these couples survive?
Episode 3
True Life: I'm Addicted to Videogames
aired: Mon, Apr 2, 2012
Videogames are a hobby, but for Barry & Charisse they are an obsession. Can Barry beat his addiction, raise his GPA & win his fiance back? Charise, a college dropout, is getting a 2nd chance, but will gaming prevent her success?
Episode 2
True Life: I'm a Gambler
aired: Mon, Apr 2, 2012
Whether betting on sports, blackjack, or online poker, many of us enjoy the chance to turn loose change into big money. On this episode of True Life, you'll meet three young people whose gambling habits have become an obsession.
Episode 1
True Life: I'm Homeschooled
aired: Mon, Apr 2, 2012
There are two million Americans educated at home every year. Stevie prefers the Christian education he's getting at home. He dreams of playing college football and fears his homeschooling will hinder him being recruited to play.
