"Success stories" for treatment centers are just as dismal as those for AA. I don't think the South Park writers are either..I do tend to agree with the kid in the show that you are NOT powerless to change your own bad habits. The South Park episode is accurate to some degree. Cartman begins taking in stray cats to save them from the DEA. Archived discussions are usually a bit older and not as active as other community content. A disorder maybe. I grew up with my parents heavily involved in AA and the 12 steps. People there would claim ownership of their addictions, but they would always blame the addictions of the "disease.". 'Blade Runner 2049' VFX Supervisor Joins 'Watchmen' Effects Firm…, Authentic Should Generate ROI for Micro Owners, But Horse Racing…, President Donald Trump, First Lady Test Positive for Coronavirus, Trump COVID Infection Disclosure Triggers Stock Slide, Get Cozy and Stylish With 20 of the Best Sweatpants for Men, Copyright © 2020 TVLine Media, LLC. This is your brain on drugs?" I think it kind of is, sad to say. The boys have have a serious talk with Kenny about his Cheesing. South Park is an 'equal opportunity picker." We respect everyone’s right to express their thoughts and opinions as long as they remain respectful of other community members, and meet What to Expect’s Terms of Use. This discussion is archived and locked for posting. Gerald's been clean for ten years, but can't resist the temptation to Cheese one last time. More. Free Episodes. So, yeah. It's been awhile since I've seen the episode, but from what I can remember, I'd say it's exaggerated, yet accurate. I was conscious of my family history, and purposefully chose not to drink on a regular basis or do drugs. Shop. Hot Topic Type Mall Store Town South Park Owner(s) Unknown First Appearance The Ungroundable The Official South Park Studios Wiki Im glad you were able to overcome that addiction - that is really great. It is easier, in my opinion, to relapse when you think "I have no control over this," which confuses me a bit. So annoying. Then he starts preaching and I tune out. Hot Topic was a store featured in the Season Twelve episode, "The Ungroundable". I chose to drink like a dang fish in order to "self medicate." News. The educational health content on What To Expect is reviewed by our medical review board and team of experts to be up-to-date and in line with the latest evidence-based medical information and accepted health guidelines, including the medically reviewed What to Expect books by Heidi Murkoff. FTR, I don't hate Catholics. "Burn Down Hot Topic" from the Season Twelve episode, "The Ungroundable". No one is completely powerless over anything, unless they make themselves that way. PSA from the 80s? All Rights Reserved. Press PLAY on the teaser trailer above, then tell us if you’ll be tuning in for South Park‘s COVID-centric special. The "completely powerless" thing always bugged me, too. Burning Down Hot Topic - Video Clip | South Park Studios Create an account or log in to participate. It was there that the "vampires" transformed Butters Stotch into one of … My father still attends AA and is almost 30 yrs sober. The Goth Kids drive a stake through the heart of the South Park Vampire Society. L. Ron Hubbard's Scientology Celebrity Center, Park County Drug and Alcohol Rehabilitation Center, https://southpark.fandom.com/wiki/Hot_Topic?oldid=386599. All 4 of my grandparents had alcohol problems. This action cannot be undone. Cartman & Co. will soon be joined by Daria spinoff Jodie and reboots of Beavis & Butt-Head and Ren & Stimpy. The strike situation worsens when The Danish show up to take the place of the striking Canadians. Personally, I haven't, so I can't really say what it is REALLY like. Just look at Mormons for an example of that one LOL. That's a bunch of bull. Just so you know, What to Expect may make commissions on shopping links on this page. © 2020 Everyday Health, Inc. I apologize in advance if you watch it and feel disgusted with me as a person for finding it funny. Gerald realizes cheesing just isn't worth it. Let the patient decide which path they want to choose and how they would like to treat their own addiction. The one-off South Park special is the latest news out of Comedy Central, which is dramatically altering its original programming strategy to focus on adult animation. South Park. Abstinance isn't the answer for everyone. Wiki. The Canadians celebrate their greatest victory. There seems to be a "I'm the victim of a horrible disease" mentality there that always bugged me. He actually says AA has the highest success rate and its the only way that really works. Those are some pretty lousy statistics. Some of them credit the meetings for saving their lives, and I believe that in some cases, they did. Watch Cartman, Kenny, Stan and Kyle in all their foul-mouthed adventures. Gerald's new law goes into effect and DEA agents round up all the cats. Forum. To answer your question, I don't know if it's accurate or not, because I have never been to an AA meeting, and I think that a lot of people have a misconception about what the meetings are really aout. All Rights Reserved. What would be the harm in asking a deity/higher power for help with anything? If the addicts in AA were completely powerless, they never would have gotten help to begin with. Butters is sure he's seen a Vampire at school but he can't get anyone to listen to him. The boys present Stephen Abootman with the theoretical money they made on the internet. Whatever works. In an ancient Hot Topic ceremony, Butters is transformed into a Vampire Kid. In an ancient "Hot Topic" ceremony, Butters is transformed into a Vampire Kid. I also do not like that AA believes they are the authority on addiction and any other method won't work. Im almost sure that I don't have to give this warning, but if you've not watched South Park ever, I will: this show is rated MA, you may be offended, with this particular episode, you may be offended if you are Catholic. It was first featured in the short, "The Spirit of Christmas". September 15 2020, 1:07 PM PDT. Maybe giving the patients the power to choose which treatment option would be best suited for them would boost the statistics for recovery as well. Mr. Mackey divulges too much information about various ways to get high. Find advice, support, and good company (and some stuff just for fun). We strive to provide you with a high quality community experience. Burning down the "Vampire Lair" would cause all the Vampire Kids to return to normal. The students of South Park Elementary learn about Canadian Appreciation Day. If you use a chemical long enough, it's going to mess up your body a bit. Account. Just because it is a behavioral issue, not really an infectious one. This action cannot be undone. I won't spoil it for anyone, but even though my opinion on AA's success is not great, it's not as bad as that episode depicts! I don't think it's ridiculous to think of it as a disease, but that it makes more sense to call it a disorder. I tend to agree with your stat. Random Episode. (The series was previously renewed through Season 26.). But don't tell my dad bc he lives and breathes it. This episode is currently unavailable on South Park Studios. 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Butters ends up hanging with the wrong crowd: the South Park Society of Vampires. South Park Archives is a FANDOM TV Community. In an ancient "Hot Topic" ceremony, Butters is transformed into a Vampire Kid. South Park is satire that has a lot of intelligence behind it, if you are willing to look past all the insults. Secondly, I don't think it's funny or foolish to ask for God's help when overcoming an addiction. I'm not so sure. Remember the "This is your brain. If you feel a message or content violates these standards and would like to request its removal please submit the following information and our moderating team will respond shortly. My mother, step father and father are all 'alcoholics'. It starts with just Cartman being a greedy A-hole but when he wins his case and reaps the benefits of suing Kyle, suddenly everyone in his class wants to jump on the bandwagon. at some point or another. Choose a free episode to watch or watch a free random episode.