Maci Bookout and Ryan Edwards have been through many ups and downs since they first met as teenagers and welcomed their son Bentley into the world. Maci recently faces a new challenge: trying to comfort Ryan after learning he was on suicide watch. In the latest episode of Teen Mom: The Next Chapter, Maci and Ryan sat down for a tearful and honest conversation about his mental health. What will this mean for their future as parents and exes? Find out in this article as we explore the drama and emotions behind Maci and Ryan’s reunion.
Teen Mom: Maci Bookout Breaks The Ice With Ryan Edwards After Learning That He’s Struggling With Suicidal Thoughts!
Former Teen Mom star Maci Bookout is in a dilemma regarding her ex Ryan Edward’s mental condition. In the upcoming episode of The Next Chapter, Maci takes a bold step to comfort Ryan, after discovering he was on suicide watch following his latest arrest. In the latest episode, the ex-couple sat down for their first on-camera conversation in years. Maci revealed to Ryan that the authorities informed her he was on suicide watch after his arrest in March. She expressed her concern and urges him to talk to someone about his mental health.
Ryan, who looks visibly emotional and remorseful, asks Maci what he should tell a therapist. She tells him that Ryan should be honest and admit his struggle. She reminds him that he has gone through the same things that she has and that his actions have affected her and Bentley. The Teen Mom star also tells him that she and many others would be devastated if he harmed himself in any way.
Furthermore, Maci encourages Ryan to check in with her when he has alarming thoughts. She tells him to call her the next time he feels suicidal. She also asks him about his substance abuse issues and his plans to go to rehab in Austin, Texas. The preview clip ends with Maci and Ryan hugging each other and saying goodbye. Fans appreciated her attempt to console him and showered her with love and compliments.
Teen Mom: Maci Bookout Reveals How Ryan Has Bonded With Bentley Since His Imprisonment
Maci Bookout and Ryan Edwards have had a complicated relationship since they became parents to their son Bentley at a young age. The former couple, who starred on MTV’s hit reality show Teen Mom, have dealt with his drug addiction, legal issues, and co-parenting conflicts for years. But in a surprising twist, Maci has revealed that Ryan has grown closer to Bentley since spending time in jail.
In an interview with UsWeekly on July 11, Maci shared that Ryan has been more consistent and communicative with Bentley since he was sentenced to jail in April. She said it was crazy that being behind bars had not stopped him from showing up or calling, unlike before. The Teen Mom star also expressed that she was glad that he was still in touch, despite the wrong decisions and consequences he had faced. Keep checking TV Season & Spoilers for more updates on the topic.