Also known as: Multiple personality disorder
Andi was diagnosed with multiple personality disorder at age 7 following a car accident that killed her parents. After 10 years without symptoms, alternate personalities (Gina and Maggie) resurface as her sister plans to move away. Dr. Sheldon Wallace conducts art therapy and discovers she is faking the disorder to manipulate her sister into staying.
Also known as: Unplanned pregnancy
Tanya, a teenager with Down syndrome, becomes pregnant by her boyfriend Ricky who also has learning disabilities. The pregnancy is discovered at 11 weeks. Due to concerns about high-risk pregnancy secondary to cardiac issues from Down syndrome and inability of the parents to raise a child, CVS testing is performed showing no genetic abnormalities, but her mother Erin proceeds with termination.
Also known as: Trisomy 21
Tanya has Down syndrome with secondary cardiac issues that would make pregnancy high-risk. Her condition is central to the ethical dilemma about whether she can safely carry and raise a baby, and the 50% chance of the baby also having Down syndrome factors into the decision-making.
Also known as: Rape
Charlotte's previous rape continues to affect her relationship with Cooper. Her engagement ring was cut off during the assault when her left hand was broken, and she struggles with wearing it as a reminder of the trauma. This is addressed in couples therapy.