Pipers determined to cover up the fact that Doug was aggressive with her, but Lauren finds out whats going on and encourages the kids to tell Brad. Brad consults their doctor who has advised it may be time to consider putting Doug into a home. No one wants that, but it seems to be the only option.

Steph and Marks kiss ends awkwardly when Mark isnt sure about taking it further. Feeling rejected, Steph tells Mark to leave. Confused, Mark confides in Tyler who warns his big brother that Steph is not the sort of girl you rebound with too much baggage. When Sonya finds out what happened she encourages Steph to make peace with Mark.