I have watched this show since it premiered. I have to admit it does have a certain voyeristic appeal to it. Having gone through rehab a couple of times I can identify many similarities as well as many differences.
One thing that does bother me about this show is the practice of taking real people and watching their real problems as entertainment. Just because they are famous and/or rich does not make their problems any less real. Charlie Sheen comes to mind. It really bothers me how people are watching him spiral out of control just like it were a reality series. From what I can tell, the man needs help, and all he is getting is encouragment to keep acting out. That said, I am as guilty as anyone for watching this crap. Just thought I'd chime in.