Parenthood - Season 2 -

In the second season of Parenthood , the Braverman family navigates deep personal shifts as their children grow and their own relationships reach critical breaking points.

enters a relationship with Alex, a recovering alcoholic who works at a soup kitchen, causing massive friction with her parents.

: The couple struggles with infertility, discovering that Julia has uterine scarring that prevents another pregnancy. This realization leads them toward the decision to adopt a child. The Younger Generation : Parenthood - Season 2

The season ends with the entire family gathered at the hospital following Amber’s accident. While the tension is high, the season concludes on a hopeful note when Kristina discovers she is pregnant. Peter Krause Adam Braverman Lauren Graham Sarah Braverman Dax Shepard Crosby Braverman Monica Potter Kristina Braverman Erika Christensen Julia Braverman-Graham Sam Jaeger Joel Graham Mae Whitman Amber Holt Craig T. Nelson Zeek Braverman Michael B. Jordan Alex (Recurring)

spirals into a destructive path of partying and drug use, culminating in a violent car accident in the season finale. Season Finale: "Hard Times Come Again No More" In the second season of Parenthood , the

: The couple faces the heavy task of explaining Asperger’s Syndrome to their son, Max, with the help of a specialist. Meanwhile, Adam deals with significant professional upheaval, including layoffs at his company and his eventual termination.

: Sarah begins an internship at Adam’s footwear company and enters a complicated relationship with her boss, Gordon Flint. Later, she pursues a passion for playwriting with help from her father's old friend, Gilliam T. Blount. This realization leads them toward the decision to

: After getting engaged, their relationship is nearly destroyed when Crosby has an affair with Max’s behavioral aide, Gaby. Crosby spends much of the season trying to win Jasmine back, eventually buying a house to prove his commitment.