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Scheana Claps Back at Critics After "Hard" Episode of Vanderpump Rules

The #PumpRules SURver thanks friends for their support and slams those who don't have anything nice to say.

By Jocelyn Vena Nov 24, 2015, 10:51 AM ET

Shay's Drug Addiction Confession

During Monday's episode of Vanderpump Rules, Scheana Shay and her husband, Shay, opened up to their friends about his substance abuse issues. During the emotional sitdown with Tom Schwartz, Katie Maloney, Tom Sandoval, and Ariana Madix, the couple revealed that Shay was struggling with an addiction to painkillers, an issue Scheana first spoke to Ariana and Lisa Vanderpump about last week. In the wake of the episode, Scheana took to Twitter and Instagram to thank everyone, including her SUR boss, for their continued support through this emotional time. Lisa applauded the pair for being so open and honest with viewers.

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So brave @mikeshaymusic @scheanamarie ... Hard to watch but we are all supportive of you and there's a lot of love
— Lisa Vanderpump (@LisaVanderpump) November 24, 2015
@LisaVanderpump thank you so much for being here for me! ð
— Scheana Shay (@scheanamarie) November 24, 2015
@scheanamarie thank you for being honest and open,it will help others. I am always here.ðð
— Lisa Vanderpump (@LisaVanderpump) November 24, 2015

She also had a message for those who opted to criticize the couple during this time instead of offering them support. "Thanks for the education lesson a**holes," read one of her tweets. "Clearly I have new things to learn as this is all f***ing NEW TO ME!!! It's not my addiction. Bye!"

Ignorant/opinionated people will be blocked tonight. End of story. Reality TV or not.. Gives you NO right to judge. #PumpRules ðð»
— Scheana Shay (@scheanamarie) November 24, 2015
**negative opinions about my personal relationship from strangers are not welcomed unless asked for and I didn't ask https://t.co/k7y4lQM90U
— Scheana Shay (@scheanamarie) November 24, 2015
So it's "bad" for me to care about my marriage is what you're saying... That makes sense. Good observation! ðð¼ https://t.co/bBPi5ipada
— Scheana Shay (@scheanamarie) November 24, 2015
I still do... It hasn't been easy but I'm very strong. https://t.co/hsCawwLjFj
— Scheana Shay (@scheanamarie) November 24, 2015

Despite their struggles, Scheana says they're on a better path today.

Tonight is another hard episode of #PumpRules for me to watch. If you have a negative opinion, please keep it to yourself. My marriage is the most important thing in my life and this past year hasn't been easy. @mikeshaymusic and I are doing AMAZING after a really tough year and all I ask is for your continued support- not judgment. ð ð·: @kristendoute
A photo posted by Scheana Shay (@scheanamarie) on Nov 23, 2015 at 1:31pm PST

Shay also posted an lengthy tribute to his wife, who has stood by his side through this difficult time. "This past year of my life has been such a roller coaster ride both physically and emotionally!" he wrote on Instagram. "Thank you @scheanamarie for never giving up on me and always being my rock and support system. Words can't express how much I love you and will forever love you! People can have their own opinions about you and about me but all I care about is you and me baby!"

This past year of my life has been such a roller coaster ride both physically and emotionally! I just want to say thank you sooooo much to my family especially my Mama and Pops, my two brothers Paul and Mark, my sister-in-laws Stacy and Richelle and all 6 of my amazing nephews Zach, Derek, Kyle, Adam, Aiden and Matthew and my friends for always being there for me and still being here today. I'm sorry for making all of your lives hectic and harder but I really love and appreciate you all so much! I also want to tell my wife that she is my rock and my entire world! Thank you @scheanamarie for never giving up on me and always being my rock and support system. Words can't express how much I love you and will forever love you! People can have their own opinions about you and about me but all I care about is you and me baby! Marrying you was the best decision I have ever made in my life. I love you soooo much Boog! #pumprules #pumprulesaftershow #thunderbuddiesforlife
A photo posted by Mike Shay (@mikeshaymusic) on Nov 23, 2015 at 10:08pm PST

Following the emotional episode, Shay appeared on the Vanderpump Rules After Show, where he further elaborated on his addiction.