Sex Rehab with Dr. Drew
Sex Rehab with Dr. Drew

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Sex Rehab with Dr. Drew

2009
TV Show
Ended
1 Season
English

Sex Rehab with Dr. Drew is a VH1 reality television show that documents people being treated for sexual addiction by Dr. Drew Pinsky and his staff at the Pasadena Recovery Center in Pasadena, California. Premiering on November 1, 2009, Sex Rehab is a spin-off of Celebrity Rehab with Dr. Drew, in which Pinsky treats celebrities for substance abuse.

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IMDb4.5/10
Director: David Design (Executive Producer)Genres: Reality Television, Documentary

Plot Summary

Sex Rehab with Dr. Drew is a reality television series that follows eight individuals struggling with various sex addictions as they undergo intensive therapy under the guidance of Dr. Drew Pinsky. The show documents their personal struggles, group sessions, and individual breakthroughs as they confront their issues in a controlled environment. Each episode delves into the root causes of their addictive behaviors and the challenges they face in recovery.

Critical Reception

The series received mixed to negative reviews, often criticized for its sensationalist approach to addiction and exploitation of participants' personal lives for entertainment. While some acknowledged the difficult subject matter, many critics found the show lacked depth and relied too heavily on dramatic confrontations and voyeuristic elements.

What Reviewers Say

  • Criticized for its exploitative and sensationalist portrayal of addiction.

  • Lacked depth and relied on manufactured drama rather than genuine therapeutic insight.

  • Viewers found the show to be voyeuristic and uncomfortable.

Google audience: Information regarding specific Google user reviews and their sentiment is not readily available for this series.

Fun Fact

The show featured several individuals who were already known for their public struggles or reality television appearances, a common practice in reality programming aimed at increasing viewership.

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