[s9e2] How To Deal Apr 2026

The devastatingly fast impact of recreational drug use escalating to hard drug addiction.

: Holly J. Sinclair struggles with her reputation as a "nicer person," which makes her unable to say "no" to demanding younger students. Eventually, the stress causes her to break down and end her relationship with Blue Chessex at the dance. Critical Takeaways Primary Theme [S9E2] How to Deal

: With help from Riley and his bandmates, Peter is brought home and finally calls his mother, Ms. Hatzilakos , for help. He and Mia agree to keep in touch, but he realizes he cannot follow her to Paris and must focus on counseling. Secondary & Tertiary Storylines The devastatingly fast impact of recreational drug use

: Peter’s drug use causes him to lose his spot in his band, Stüdz , and alienates Mia . The episode culminates in a dangerous "meltdown" where Peter wanders into the middle of the street at night while high. Eventually, the stress causes her to break down

: Alli Bhandari becomes increasingly jealous of the attention Clare Edwards receives from the "new girl," Jenna Middleton . After tension rises, the three eventually reconcile when Jenna clarifies she wants to be friends with both girls.