Exploiting Vulnerability: The Dark Side of Reality TV

This chapter explores the unsettling journey of a 13-year-old girl named Danielle, whose history of theft and deception leads to her exploitation on a reality TV show. It examines the audience's troubling enjoyment of her suffering and critiques the ethical implications of such programming, particularly regarding the treatment of vulnerable youth. Additionally, the chapter critiques facilities like Turnabout Ranch and highlights the broader moral concerns surrounding the teen treatment industry.