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Dr. Phil is in the hot seat when disgruntled viewers ask him, “What were you thinking?” One guest is fuming about the advice he gave an overzealous soccer mom. Another guest claims she’ll never forgive Dr. Phil for letting an insensitive father get off too easy. Why is she so irked? Then, a viewer asks Robin if she ever disagrees with Dr. Phil’s advice? You’ll be surprised at her response! Plus, a proud Texan has a bone to pick with Dr. Phil; and a discouraged schoolteacher gives him a grammar lesson.
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Sixteen-year-old Amanda has been missing for five months. Her parents believe she ran away with her boyfriend and what they call his "gypsy family." Dr. Phil puts his own investigator on the case to go in search of the runaway teen.
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Every day, many teen girls fear for their lives because of obsessive, controlling and abusive boyfriends, and it’s another reason why Dr. Phil is so passionate about his campaign to End the Silence on Domestic Violence. Seventeen-year-old Samantha sent an urgent plea for help to Dr. Phil. She says her ex-boyfriend, Aaron, called her nonstop for weeks and sent her threatening text messages after she broke up with him. After Samantha changed her number, he began calling her mother repeatedly. Samantha says he showed up unannounced at her house and pounded on the door for 45 minutes while she cowered in a locked closet. She says she’s afraid Aaron could even kill her. Dr. Phil sits down with the two teens to help Samantha get her message to Aaron loud and clear. And, Tiffany, 20, has a cautionary tale of survival every teen needs to hear. It could save her life!
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Michael is a “starving artist” who thinks getting a 9 to 5 job would interfere with his creativity. He’s broke, jobless and was recently homeless and living in the woods. His mother, Pat, wants him to get a real job, stop being a mooch, and start being more like his professional brothers! Then, meet two brothers: one has an MBA and a successful career, while the other has been addicted to drugs and running from the police. His parents are worried he may end up in prison for the rest of his life. Can Dr. Phil help him change before it’s too late?
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Good fences make good neighbors, but Dr. Phil's guests say no matter how high the fence, they can't seem to end their vicious feud.
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All couples argue, but Dr. Phil says name-calling, temper tantrums and hitting below the belt can ruin a marriage. He sits down with Mark and Leana who have been married for only five months but say they’re headed for divorce court. Leana says her husband spends more time with his band mates than he does with her and their four children. Mark says Leana constantly emasculates him, and he accuses her of being unfaithful. You won’t believe what home video cameras captured during the newlyweds' 62-minute fight. Find out what Dr. Phil witnesses that disturbs him the most. Can this couple resolve their differences, or should they call it quits? If you and your mate are having knock-down, drag-out battles, don’t miss Dr. Phil’s rules for fighting fair!
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A father is fighting for custody of his 4 children because his ex-wife is allegedly in a cult.
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Dr. Phil addresses Cindy's impact on Tecoa's sobriety and reunites Sarah and Tecoa with their estranged father.
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In part one, amid claims of drinking and doing drugs with teenagers and extramarital affairs, Dr. Phil revealed that Lauren’s father, John, had been dubbed the “Breast Pump Bandit” by his city’s local news, for stealing thousands of dollars’ worth of breast pumps and selling them online --and admitted to taking Lauren on some of his shoplifting heists. Today, John admits that he’s addicted to Xanax and crack cocaine, and to stealing from Lauren’s mother to support his habit. Lauren says she wants her mom to kick him out of their lives once and for all. How does Laura respond? It’s a shocking conclusion you don’t want to miss!
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“He loves me. He loves me not.” Wouldn’t it be great if there was a formula to get your partner to commit? Josie has been dating Curry for more than three years, and she says she’s ready to dump him if he doesn’t pop the question soon. Curry says he loves his girlfriend, so why is he afraid to walk down the aisle? Will Josie hold out for a ring, or will she kick this commitment-phobe to the curb? Then, Melissa thought she had it all –- the ring, the dress and the man of her dreams –- until she discovered her wedding was a sham. She says her husband, John, lied about how many times he’d been married, but the biggest tale of all is that he’s still married to another woman! John admits that he lied about being divorced, but says Melissa wouldn’t have stayed with him if he told her the truth. Will Melissa ever be able to trust him again ... and should she? Plus, meet a couple who says their dream wedding turned into a nightmare when the wedding planner scammed them out of $30,000.
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What creates a monster? As the popular new Netflix series Dahmer - Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story pushes the heinous crimes of the notorious serial killer back into the spotlight, what can we learn about what may have made him the evil he was? Do chilling home videos of Jeffrey Dahmer as a little boy show an innocent child before he became evil? Or, were the signs already there? His parents reveal the red flags they say they missed.
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Attention men: If you have a child on the way, or dream of being a father some day, you don’t want to miss this show! A little-known law could keep you from having any rights to your child. Bryce and Esther dated for one month before Esther became pregnant. Bryce says he wanted to marry Esther and raise their child together, but Esther says she wasn’t ready to be a mother. When they broke up, Esther decided to place the baby for adoption without informing Bryce. When Bryce finally learned his daughter was born, she was already seven days old and placed with another family. Now Bryce is fighting to get his child back, but because of an obscure law in some states, he has lost his rights as a father. What law did Bryce fail to comply with that even the lawyers in this case weren’t previously aware of? Is he unfit as a father, or is this law unconstitutional? Bryce and Esther’s lawyers give their opinion. Plus, the grandparents at odds over Esther’s decision face off. Don’t miss this heated discussion and learn more about the Putative Fathers Registry!
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Some moms don't want to grow up, and others don't want to grow old. Dr. Phil talks to women walking on the wild side and tries to rein them back in!
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Eight months ago, 23-year-old Robert Gibbs weighed close to 800 pounds, and fearing he would lose his life to obesity, made a desperate plea for Dr. Phil’s help in a YouTube video. It took two medical vans and five EMTs to get him to the show, and he had to be wheeled onstage. Dr. Phil arranged for Robert to go to straight from the show to Wellspring Academy. Find out how he is doing today! Then, when Susanne first appeared on Dr. Phil she weighed 541 pounds and boasted that she consumed up to 30,000 calories a day in hopes of becoming the world’s biggest bride by weighing 800 pounds by her June 2013 wedding. Dr. Phil warned the 33-year-old that she was on a dangerous path and offered her the opportunity to seek treatment at Wellspring at Structure House weight loss facility. It’s been five months -- how is she doing? See what happens when Dr. Phil pays her a surprise visit. And, hear from Susanne's family members. You won’t believe who she says is trying to sabotage her! Then, Dr. Phil surprises his nephew Scott, who has been at the same Wellspring at Structure House weight loss center for seven months and has lost more than 130 pounds. What does he say is the biggest key to his weight loss? And, how does he stay motivated?
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Obesity is a huge problem for adults in this country, but now it’s becoming an epidemic among children as young as 3 years old. Barbra says her 3-year-old daughter started gaining weight at six months old and now weighs 80 pounds. Barbra and her aunt, Dana, are baffled by what they believe is a medical mystery because they say the little girl doesn't overeat. Dr. Phil brings in two medical experts to get to the bottom of this issue. Is Barbra contributing to her child's weight gain? Then, Tammy says she can’t change her family's eating habits. She's obese, her 11-year-old is 175 pounds and her 9-year-old is 136 pounds. Her sister, Debbie, says the boys portion sizes are too big and the family is just lazy. Can Dr. Phil get Tammy to stick to a nutrition plan? You won’t believe the surprise he has for her! Plus, Jessica says her mom, Angie, is blind to the health issues of her 351-pound sister, Jaleisa, who is only 15. Angie says her mom never buys healthy food, and fears she has Munchausen’s syndrome. Angie says she can’t monitor Jaleisa’s eating habits all day. Can Angie turn this situation around and save her daughter’s life, or is it too late?
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Twenty-three-year-old Robert, who tips the scales at nearly 800 pounds, earned national attention when he made a desperate plea for Dr. Phil’s help in a YouTube video that tallied more than a million views. With his call answered, see Robert make the arduous journey to Dr. Phil’s stage with the assistance of two medical vans and five EMTs. Dr. Phil and Robert take a closer look at how he put on the weight, and what he needs to do to take it off. Is he really ready to make a change? Will Robert grab onto the lifeline Dr. Phil throws his way? And, Robert’s mother, Nanette, shares her insight into her son’s weight struggles. Has she unintentionally been enabling her son's condition? What role will she play in his recovery? Then, you may remember self-admitted adult baby, Brett who stirred controversy after he and his then-girlfriend, Cat, first appeared on Dr. Phil. Are they still a couple? Then, Meet Bill, who says he’d like to adopt Brett and be his new “daddy.” Will Brett accept his offer?
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Diana says her 48-year-old husband, Robert, weighs nearly 400 pounds and is in denial about his weight -- and she’s considering divorcing him if he doesn’t get serious about making a change. Diana, who weighs 104 pounds, admits that she often nags and ridicules Robert about his weight and says she’s afraid he’ll die at any moment -- or require round-the-clock care, like his mother did before her obesity-related death in 2003. Why does Robert say he’s overweight? Is he finally ready to shed the extra pounds? Plus, Diana admits that she has struggled with an eating problem for several years. Can she, too, learn to develop a healthier relationship with food? Then, 33-year-old Rose says she weighs nearly 300 pounds and is tired of being overweight. She says her husband, Jonathan, is in great shape, and she wants to be his “trophy wife,” but she needs help curbing her cravings for her favorite foods -- including maple syrup sandwiches. Dr. Phil calls on Dr. Travis Stork, host of the Emmy Award-winning talk show The Doctors and author of the new book, The Doctor’s Diet, to help these guests adopt healthier eating habits and get them on the road to weight loss. Learn about his three-phase plan for reaching -- and maintaining -- your ideal weight. Could it work for you?
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Dr. Phil speaks with women who say they feel forgotten by their loved ones because of their excessive weight. Lorna weighs 650-plus pounds and feels abandoned by her family. Lorna’s sister, Glenice, says Lorna got herself into this situation; now she has to take responsibility and get herself out. Lorna’s boyfriend, Blair, takes care of her, but Glenice says he’s not the Mr. Nice Guy he appears to be. She says he's really an abuser. Lorna says Blair is exhausted and stressed from the hard job of caring for her, and her family needs to help rather than drive him away. Is Lorna ready to stop accepting the abuse and start accepting help? Then, Sunni weighs almost 300 pounds and wants to pursue her dream of being a plus-size model. Her boyfriend, Christian, however, says she’s too fat for the runway, and she should leave that dream to the skinny girls. Sunni says she is big and fabulous, and Christian makes her feel like she should crawl under a rock. Will Sunni be forced to pick between her relationship and her dream? Dr. Phil has some surprises for Sunni.
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There comes a point when every child must grow up and face life on their own. For today’s guests, that time has come and gone and they want stay with Mom and Dad! You’ll meet Ryan, whose father says he’s borrowed over $10,000, and has trouble standing on his own two feet. And watch as Dr. Phil gives another young adult the tools she needs to create a life of her own. Find out what needs to happen before your offspring fly the coop.
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Witness the “boomerang effect...” Dr. Phil talks to parents whose adult children keep coming back to live with, and off of them. One couple says their sons refuse to move out even though they are both almost 30-years-old. One 25- year-old is unemployed, has had 16 jobs in seven years, lives with his mother and even took her credits cards to charge up two thousand dollars worth of “stuff.” Dr. Phil helps these adult children address their issues so they can stop their destructive patterns.
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Did you know that close to 14 million adults still live at home with their parents? Dr. Phil’s first guest is 30 years old, has 2 kids, and is still living with her mom! Her mom wants her out, so why won’t she leave? Then, meet one mother who made her son sign a contract to move out for good. The deadline has lapsed, but he won’t budge. How far will Dr. Phil go to push him out of the nest? Plus, meet a couple who opened their home to 21 family members over the last 7 years. Finally, their nephew came to stay for a couple of days…and two years later he’s still there!
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They beg, borrow, and expect others to pay their way… they’re moochers! First up, Connie wants her freeloading, pot-smoking son to get a life. Then, newlywed Hillary is already sick of supporting her rock star wannabe husband. She wants him to get off the couch and start earning his keep. And what if your own mother was mooching off of you? Dr. Phil thinks it’s time these moochers get a wake-up call!
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They borrow money and don't pay you back. They're unemployed and never pay rent. If you're tired of a loved one's freeloading ways, Dr. Phil has advice for getting the handouts to stop. Ryan, 29, says he's living the life of "a starving artist," but his sisters say he's just a moocher. He even tries to mooch off Dr. Phil! Then, Jennell says her husband has turned her into a moocher by forcing her to ask her own mother to pay their bills. Will he give up his dreams of playing poker professionally or keep gambling by living off their savings and watching his marriage slip away?
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Elizabeth and her husband, Bob, claim that Elizabeth’s 20-year-old daughter, Ali, is a “spoiled brat,” who refuses to go to college or get a job, has trashed their house and also steals from them. Dr. Phil has some tough questions for Ali about her behavior -- and for the parents, who admit they’ve enabled their daughter. Can Ali learn to stand on her own two feet?
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Mike and Vicki say their 37-year-old son, Ryan, was once making millions running a successful real estate company, but for the past three months, he has been living in their garage, on their dime, along with his 24-year-old girlfriend, Rachel. The parents claim Ryan is a “freeloader” who sleeps all day, acts entitled, picks fights and even leaves them to care for his 5-year-old son. Ryan admits things are chaotic in his life but insists it’s not all his fault. Why does he say his parents are partly to blame for his business failing? Dr. Phil has some tough questions for Ryan about his behavior -- does he take any accountability? And, hear from Rachel -- is she happy with their living situation? Plus, Ryan isn’t the only one staying with mom and dad -- you won’t believe how many mouths Mike and Vicki say they are feeding! How can the parents stop the bleeding and take back control of their lives? And, is Ryan ready to step up to the plate and work toward living on his own?
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Cindy and Jim say they are fed up with their 35-year-old son, Brandon. They say he’s a moocher who refuses to get job, wears superhero costumes on a daily basis, and has caused $15,000 in damages to their property. Brandon says his parents don’t understand how his mind works. He admits to wearing superhero costumes and going on nightly “Batman” vigilante missions. Brandon says he also created a rapper persona named “Ceeza Caprice” and considers himself a “God MC” who can rap to any beat. Brandon’s sister, Harmony, says she blames her parents for Brandon’s behavior. She says they enable Brandon. She claims Brandon is a manipulator who sees it as a challenge to live off others.
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Alex says he will do absolutely anything to live his “bad and boujee” lifestyle. He admits he lies, cheats, and steals thousands of dollars from friends, family, and even strangers, just so he can live a lifestyle which includes shopping, tanning, and getting his hair done. Alex says he wants to become famous for his “twerking videos,” but until then, he believes his family should be taking care of him because he’s “just 26-year-old!” Alex’s mother, Kimberly, and sister, Elizabeth, say nothing about Alex’s life is glamorous, and claim he's addicted to drugs and a criminal. They claim Alex shows no remorse for any of his actions, even though he has stolen so much from his mother that she claims she will be homeless within the year! Can Dr. Phil get through to Alex? Will Alex ever change his “bad and boujee” ways? Find out!
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Although New Year’s day has already come and gone, Dr. Phil’s going to give you the keys to sticking with this year’s resolutions. You’ll meet three women all battling to keep their New Year’s promise to themselves, and through them you’ll learn how to recognize what’s keeping you from becoming the person you’ve always wanted to be. Whether it’s to quit smoking, lose weight or get your finances in shape, it’s time to stop making excuses and start getting results.
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When you enter into a new relationship, putting your best foot forward and making a solid commitment is important. But how do you do that if you've been burned in the past or are still in love with an ex?
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Anthony says he fears his 29-year-old brother, Jamie, a fitness model and personal trainer, won’t live to see 30 if he doesn’t get serious help with his addictions. Anthony says Jamie has struggled for years with cocaine, alcohol and anger issues -- all of which he says are exacerbated by their “enabling” parents, Steve and Joey. Jaime admits to past substance abuse issues but says he has been totally clean for two weeks and has things under control. Emotions run high when this family comes face to face on Dr. Phil’s stage. Steve and Joey admit they have helped Jamie with rent, car payments and spending money, because they say they love him and want to support him. But is that money really being used to fund his addiction? Then, Anthony claims Jamie has another serious issue he needs to address. But the accusation causes Jamie to storm off stage. Don’t miss Part 2 -- will he return and face his problems head-on?
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Marcy and Scott say they believe their daughter, Danielle, has Stockholm syndrome from her boyfriend, Justin. They claim Justin is an abusive narcissist who has manipulated their daughter into believing he’s “God’s gift to the world.” Danielle says she loves Justin, and he’s not going anywhere. She says the only reason Justin has ever laid hands on her is to restrain her from her own angry rages, and her parents don’t understand their relationship. Justin says he’s a great guy with an “X factor” and doesn’t understand why Danielle’s parents dislike him. Although he’s currently dealing with a serious legal problem, he says he’s not a criminal, narcissist, or an abuser. And, in a shocking twist, Danielle reveals to Dr.Phil and her parents a secret about her relationship with Justin.
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Dr. Phil is fed up with teens being terrorized -- both in the schoolyard and online -- and he’s putting bullies on notice! This summer, he took the battle against cyber bullies before Congress, and now he’s kicking off his own Anti-Bully Movement. Learn how cyber bullying is affecting 12-year-old Dara, and why her mom, Toni, fears the tween may harm herself if she doesn’t get help. Then, hear why Michael, a self-proclaimed cyber bully, defends his keyboard antics. Plus, Congresswoman Carolyn McCarthy weighs in on bullying and cyber bullying and what can be done about this growing epidemic, and Parry Aftab, executive director and founder of StopCyberBullying.org, shares tips to keep your kids safe. Join the movement, and take Dr. Phil’s pledge to fight the abuse!
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The family of 19-year-old Jake Limberios continues to search for answers surrounding his death in March 2012. Who fired the gunshot that ended his life? Brittany and Will, who witnessed the shooting, say Jake, a gun enthusiast, accidentally shot himself in the head. Although the coroner ruled his death a suicide, Jake’s parents, Mike and Shannon, say their son, a young father, never would’ve taken his own life. Left with so many unanswered questions, Jake’s parents had his body exhumed and autopsied by renowned forensic pathologist Dr. Cyril Wecht, who concluded that Jake’s cause of death wasn’t suicide. Dr. Phil speaks with Dr. Wecht via satellite -- hear why he says Jake couldn’t have shot himself. Plus, Brittany and Will say they sympathize with Jake’s parents but are tired of being under suspicion and agree to take polygraph tests to prove they’re not hiding any details about Jake’s death. What will the results reveal? And, Mike and Shannon say their marriage has grown strained since their son’s death -- can they learn to come together and find peace after such a painful loss?
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If you’ve got it, flaunt it! Dr. Phil's guests say they’ve gone from ugly ducklings to hot tamales, but their loved ones think they’ve gone too far. Audrey says she looks extra hot now that she's 62 ... and she's got a 28-year-old boyfriend to prove it! Her close friend, Crystal, thinks Audrey should hang up her miniskirts and start baking cookies. Then, Bobbie lost 140 pounds and gained an insanely jealous husband because he thinks she looks way too sexy. See what happens when cameras follow Bobbie for a night on the town. Plus, a winner of the popular makeover show “The Swan” says she doesn't know how to handle her newfound beauty.
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Dennis Quaid joins Dr. Phil to discuss his new movie, “Yours, Mine and Ours". In this family comedy, single parents Frank (Dennis Quaid) and Helen (Rene Russo) plan to tie the knot… but with 18 children between them trying to sabotage the marriage, they discover that weddings – and families – can’t be built in a day. Then, meet a real-life blended family whose battles are tearing them apart. Arguments over space, chores, and discipline make it feel like a war zone for two families trying to blend under one roof. Dr. Phil gives advice to this Brady Bunch gone wild!
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These moms are sick and tired of living a lie. One mom fears her secret addiction to pain killers will tear her family apart. She asks Dr. Phil to help her get off the drugs before she loses everything, including her unborn child! Also, a grandmother who steals everything from steaks to ceiling fans. She says she knows it’s wrong and wants to stop, but is she really just afraid of getting caught? Plus, a mother confesses to her daughter a secret she has been carrying for 29 years.
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They’re self-absorbed, spoiled and entitled brats, otherwise known as Generation Me. MTV correspondent Kim Stolz recently hit the streets of New York to find out how the younger generation feels about this label. Don't miss the candid responses. Then, Bradley, 24, says he wants to be rich and drive a Lamborghini, but he only wants to put in 80 percent of the effort. He still relies on his mom, Christine, to pay his rent and other bills. Will Bradley learn to stand on his own two feet? Plus, Monica says her 18-year-old daughter, Courtney, is an “entitlement princess,” and she gives the teen money just to keep the peace. Will mom and daughter get a wake-up call? And Jean Twenge, author of Generation Me, reveals why many young people are narcissistic.
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Christina and Jim are divorced, and their 21-year-old daughter, Tara, is living with her dad and his new wife who just happens to be the same age as Tara. Christina claims Jim was a horrible husband and a narcissist and she was forced to walk away from the family when Tara was just 13. Since then, she says Jim has let Tara get away with anything and now even allows her to work as a webcam model in order to help pay the bills! She says he is turning their daughter into a raging, angry monster with low self-esteem.
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They changed your diapers, cooked your meals, did your laundry and put up with your bratty attitude, but does Mom always know what's best for you? Dr. Phil's guests say their mothers go overboard, and it's time to back off. Bobby, 24, lives with his mom, Rhonda. She irons his boxers, tells him when to go to bed and pay his bills and buys him anything he wants. Bobby says he's had enough and wants his mom to let him grow up. So why doesn’t he move out? Bobby's girlfriend, Kristi, says mother and son have an unhealthy, co-dependent relationship. Who will decide to cut the cord first: Bobby or Rhonda? Next, Angie says her 13-year-old daughter, Savanna's, behavior is out of control. She says the teen is failing school, is extremely hateful and has a horrible attitude. Savanna says she'd rather be in jail than live at home. Why does she say her mother is to blame for their feuds? How can this mother and daughter come together and learn to get along? Then, a husband surprises his wife, whom he says is an amazing mother. And, don't forget the special woman in your life this Mother's Day.
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Have you ever wondered what goes on with Dr. Phil guests when the show is over? Get a sneak peek backstage after explosive episodes and find out what happens when the guests return home.
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Are your kids telling you what to do? Then you won’t want to miss the first in a year-long series on parenting. One couple is at their wit’s end with their teenage daughter who lies about everything! Could the parents be to blame? Plus, how can parents win in a power struggle against pint-size drama queens and bullies? Find out when Dr. Phil tackles effective discipline methods and teaches you how to regain control of your kids!
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In September 2010, 24-year-old Michelle O’Connell was found shot to death in what authorities ruled a suicide -- a case that was recently ordered reopened by the governor of Florida. Michelle’s mother, Patricia, and sister, Jennifer, insist the young mother never would have taken her own life, and they believe Michelle’s boyfriend, Jeremy -- a sheriff’s deputy -- killed her, which he denies. Michelle’s brother, Scott -- also a sheriff’s deputy -- supports Jeremy and says his mother and sister need to stop living in denial. How does he answer his mother’s accusation that he’s betraying his family to save his job? Dr. Phil brings this fractured family together in search of answers. What happened to Michelle that night? Hear from one of the first responders on the scene -- why does she believe the initial finding of suicide was wrong? Plus, can this family put their differences aside and come together and grieve for Michelle?
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Dr. Phil rings in 2005 with a “New Year’s Resolutions Week” to help you make changes that really matter! Today he helps tackle the number one issue couples fight about – Money! Eris and Vivian spend so much on designer clothes, they cut out costs that really matter - like groceries! They’ve filed for bankruptcy once, have a home in foreclosure, are more than $28,000 in debt…and they still can’t stop shopping! Thai and CJ live paycheck-to-paycheck and even started to sell their kids' old clothes on eBay just to make ends meet. Dr. Phil has some action plans that can help them and you reach your goals.
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Where is 7-year-old Kyron Horman? The little boy went missing six years ago after his school science fair. His stepmother, Terri Horman, gives her version of what Kyron's parents have called Terri’s “bizarre behavior” after her stepson vanished.
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On March 2, 2012, 19-year-old Jacob “Jake” Limberios was fatally shot in the head in the presence of three friends. The coroner ruled his death a suicide -- but Jake’s parents, Mike and Shannon, say it doesn’t add up. They claim there was no investigation into Jake’s death, no evidence collected and no autopsy performed before Jake's death was ruled a suicide -- and they refuse to believe their son would take his own life. Jake’s family say a lot of questions remain unanswered, including: Who fired the shot? Two witnesses, Brittany and Will, adamantly maintain that Jake accidentally shot himself, but Mike and Shannon say their son knew how to handle guns safely and that the evidence doesn’t support that conclusion. Mike takes Dr. Phil cameras to the scene of the shooting to demonstrate why he believes that Jake was shot by someone else in the room. And, Brittany and Will face Mike and Shannon on Dr. Phil’s stage in an attempt to clear the cloud of suspicion that they say still follows them as a result of Mike and Shannon’s allegations. When offered a chance to take a polygraph test, will they accept? Don’t miss this compelling two-part mystery.
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Is your household in turmoil? Do you feel overwhelmed by your child’s temper tantrums? Dr. Phil reveals the best solutions for common parenting dilemmas, and he has help from educational consultant Dr. Michele Borba. Lizette and Ricky have four children under age 6, and they say their 3-year-old daughter’s behavior is completely out of control. They say she hits, scratches, yells and screams, and her meltdowns are rubbing off on her siblings. Find out what happens when Dr. Borba makes a house call. Then, learn why Lizette says she left home for a month! Plus, Stefani and Shenan are engaged and struggling to blend their families. She has four kids and he has three, but when all seven of them are together, they say it’s utter madness! Dr. Phil and Dr. Borba have advice for keeping the peace.
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Have you ever thought about how your relationship with your dad affects your life? A daughter who has a positive relationship with her father often has a better chance of thriving in life. But for girls who realize they're not Daddy's little girl, the damage to their life can be devastating. Lauren says her dad has not been there for her emotionally and financially, and she blames him for everything that has gone wrong in her life. They fight often, and she says she wants to let go of him and move on, but her father, Gary, wants her back in his life. Lauren has a college degree but is working in a scandalous profession. Is her job choice related to her relationship with her father? When father and daughter reveal important information they've each been hiding, how will they react to each other’s revelations? What do Lauren and Gary need to do to move forward with their lives, and will it include having a relationship with each other? Then, Angela and her daughter, Lily, are both experiencing the aftermath of not having a relationship with their fathers. Angela says she's had problems with men her entire life and worries Lily will also. Lily says her father is not there for her, and she has given up hope that they can revive their relationship. Are Angela's actions causing a rift between Lily and her father? Dr. Phil has a stern warning for the teen.
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Dr. Phil continues his intervention with a family torn apart. Carole and Bill have been married 19 years and have six daughters. Carole is questioning whether she wants to stay married, and two of their daughters, Kristin and Jenny, accuse her of lying to them about another man in her life. They say their mother has turned into someone they don't recognize, and they're worried about how the family turmoil is affecting their younger sisters. The 18-year-old went into labor without even knowing she was pregnant. Are the two younger girls at risk as well?
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A 13-year-old's powerful and disturbing diary entries have Dr. Phil very concerned. Trisha says her daughter's pain stems from her father's discipline. How do you know if your discipline crosses the line into abuse?
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Are you living way beyond your means? Do you shop for one pair of shoes, but come home with 10? Do you look great on the outside, while secretly facing financial ruin? Dr. Phil has advice for putting down the checkbook.
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Times are tough, families are cracking under the pressure, and many spouses are turning on each other when the stress becomes too much. Jennifer and her husband, Ben, fight nonstop and are on the verge of divorce. She says losing her job and Ben's mom moving in are adding to the pressure. Cameras installed in their home capture the daily reality, including the ugly fighting. Once a home is shattered, is there any hope for putting the pieces back together?
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Tricia says her 12-year-old daughter, Rebecca Ann, tragically took her own life in 2013 after being cyberbullied. Now, Tricia claims she not only is being harassed online by a stranger –who shares the same name as her deceased daughter --but she also is being accused of the unthinkable. Tempers flare when the women come face to face for the first time on Dr. Phil’s stage. How can Tricia move forward in peace and finally grieve her daughter’s loss?
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All newlyweds experience the typical ups and downs during their first year of marriage, but are these relationships already too far gone to be saved?
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When Sheena Morris was found hanged in a Florida hotel room on New Year's Day 2009, her death was ruled a suicide. But the 22-year-old's parents, Kelly and David, say they believe their daughter was murdered, and have since been working relentlessly to reopen the investigation into her death, which is now under review. On Dr. Phil's stage, they come face to face with the man they believe killed Sheena -- her 48-year-old fiancé, Joe. Were there clues missed in the original investigation? Then, Joe says he believed Sheena was suicidal in the days leading up to her death -- so why did he leave her alone in the hotel room after a heated argument? Does his story add up? Joe takes a polygraph to prove his innocence. Don't miss the shocking results!
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Dr. Phil continues his work with The Dr. Phil Family, an out-of-control, angry group with a long history of infidelities, betrayals and bitter resentments. Melissa’s boyfriend, Randy, joins the family at The Dr. Phil House, but Gene and Myra are not happy to see him. They think that Randy is a liar and a thief, and the reason Melissa has gained about 100 pounds in the last five years. Gene and Myra attempt to talk to Melissa about her weight, but Melissa is anything but receptive. Then, because they often blame each other for the chaos in the family, Melissa and Gene are assigned to bury the hatchet long enough to cook a family dinner together, without help from anyone else. Will these relatives be able to follow the rules? After dinner, a family meeting turns heated with accusations and tearful confessions. Dr. Phil joins the family and confronts Melissa and Randy about their sometimes violent relationship and Melissa’s mismanagement of her health. Can this couple create a nurturing relationship for the sake of their autistic child? Will Melissa do what it takes to gain control over her weight?
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Some teachers today are turning schoolboy fantasies into sexual realities with their inappropriate conduct towards underage students. Mary Kay Letourneau, who admitted to authorities that she had sex with a 13-year-old former student; Debra Lafave, accused of having sex with a 14-year-old student, and Pamela Rogers, accused of sending sexually-explicit videos to a 14-year-old boy, are just a few examples.
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Bill says he believes he is a narcissist after pushing away almost all of his loved ones, including his brother Tom and daughter Bridget, who both stopped speaking to him. After a tense reunion with Tom, Bill gets emotional when Dr. Phil reunites him with Bridget. After violent fights, cruel words, and selfish behavior, will Bill start taking accountability and change?
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Do you ever fib? Did you know that people lie three times in 10 minutes when they're trying to get to know each other? Dr. Phil gets to the bottom of why people tell tales and how to put an end to the falsehoods. Erin admits that a lie she told her ex-husband, Eric, destroyed their marriage and led to divorce. Is Erin now ready to be honest, or is she still hiding the truth? And, does this couple have a chance of making it work the second time? Next, Dr. Robert Feldman sheds light on why men and women are dishonest. Then, Michelle was engaged to a man whom she thought was her soul mate, until she hired a private investigator and found out he was lying to her. Should she ever trust him again? Dr. Phil offers advice for how to change your relationship with a liar. And, Dr. Phil shares Tweets he received of lies people have told. Is yours one of them?
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Would you risk breaking the law for your children’s education? What about for their safety? Kelley, a single mom, made headlines when she was prosecuted, convicted and sent to jail for listing her father’s address as her daughters’ residence, so they could attend a better school in a safer neighborhood. Kelley says she was working during the day and going to school at night, and after her house was burglarized, she wanted her children in a safer neighborhood for afterschool care. Kelley was convicted of two felony counts for tampering with government documents and spent nine days in jail. Did her punishment fit the crime? And, what other lies did she get caught in? Joining the discussion are Reverend Al Sharpton, columnist Bob Dyer, attorney David Singleton and a fellow single mom in the same school district.
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Doug and Debbie's once-perfect family has been shattered by the frightening reality that they could lose their 21-year-old son, Brandon, to drugs. Dr. Phil lays the groundwork for a successful intervention.
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Is lack of confidence holding you back in your life? Then join today’s guests and enroll in Dr. Phil’s confidence course. Meet one woman who has zero confidence in social situations and says she wishes she were more beautiful, like her identical twin sister! You’ll also meet an artist who used to weigh 500 pounds. He’s shed the weight, but hasn’t shed his fear of talking to women. Plus, will a classically trained pianist overcome her fear of performing in front of crowds? Find out!
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An engagement symbolizes a commitment you make to one special person. But Dr. Phil's guests are accused of the ultimate betrayal: cheating on their spouse-to-be right before walking down the aisle.
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Sisters Rylie, 23, and Lenae, 26, claim their father, Leonard, was extremely physically and verbally abusive during their childhood and that they lived in constant fear of him — allegations he absolutely denies. They also claim their mother, Susan, did not protect them from him. Rylie claims the alleged abuse was so damaging that she believes it’s the cause of her diagnosis of Borderline Personality Disorder. Lenae says the many years of alleged verbal abuse have led to self-loathing and even an eating disorder. Leonard admits to having a tough disciplinary style, but refutes his daughters accusations — even saying they’ve blown everything out of proportion.
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Pamela says in just nine days, she is likely going to jail for not complying with court orders because she refuses to allow her ex, Justin, his court-ordered visitations with their children. Pamela says she believes Justin is a dangerous narcissist who she claims has locked the kids out of the house and attempted to drown their oldest daughter in the pool. Pamela says she will do whatever it takes to protect her kids from Justin, even if that means going to jail. Justin claims Pamela is a hateful, controlling, bitter ex, who has brainwashed their children into making up stories, and says Pamela’s claims of abuse are lies! These parents have been back and forth to court and claim nothing has been resolved. So, who is telling the truth? Is Justin an abusive father, or is Pamela a jealous ex making up stories for revenge? Can Dr. Phil get these parents on the same page for the sake of their children? Find out!
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30 years after being forced into a religious sect full of sexual abuse, some of its victims share their stories for the first time.
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On today’s show, Dr. Phil looks at the roles of married couples. You may think her job looks easy, and she may think you don’t do a thing all day! Dr. Phil puts his own marriage to the test by switching daily routines with his wife, Robin. Can they handle the daily grind of each other’s lives? It’s not as easy as it looks to walk in your spouse’s shoes. You may even walk away from today’s episode with a little better perspective.
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After a Tennessee mother caused an international uproar when she sent her 7-year-old adopted son on a one-way flight back to Russia, the subject of international adoptions is making front-page headlines. Dr. Phil speaks with moms who say they relate to the Tennessee woman, and unless you walk a mile in their shoes, you have no way of understanding. Jane says she had no idea her 2-year-old daughter, Mikhaela, was profoundly deaf and autistic when she adopted her from the Ukraine eight years ago. Jane says the 10-year-old has multiple behavioral disorders and kicks, bites, punches and tries to hurt herself daily, and is getting too strong for her to handle. And, Kristi says all the love in the world couldn’t have helped the baby girl she adopted from China. Kristi says she wasn’t even close to being qualified to parent her now 14-year-old daughter, Tierney, who lives in a behavioral foster home in order to keep Kristi’s other children safe. If you’re thinking of adopting internationally, or if you’re an adoptive parent in crisis, don’t miss today’s show. Learn how to prepare for a cross-cultural adoption, how to get through the adoption process the correct way and what the experts have to say.
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The saga of a father's quest for his vanished daughter is discussed.
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Dr. Phil is addressing what he feels is a red alert crisis in America: drug and alcohol addiction, which affects 28 million addicts. Over the past 16 seasons, Dr. Phil has been able to help nearly 500 guests with inpatient treatment for substance abuse. Today, he will update some of their amazing recovery stories in hopes that they might inspire others who are struggling with addiction. Find out what happened to three sisters, Valeen, Amanda, and Tiffany, who were not only dangerously addicted to heroin, but also using it together every day. And what happen to Niki, who appeared on the show addicted, homeless, and pregnant? Niki returns to give her shocking update. Bethany said not even a medically induced coma and open heart surgery could get her to stop her dangerous heroin addiction -- find out how she’s doing now. Plus, numerous past guests and their families return to the Dr. Phil stage to share their amazing stories of recovery.
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How far would you go to find the love of your life? Kim says she’s turned over every rock to find her soul mate – even cruising prisons for a single guy! She says she tries to land a man by sleeping with him on the first date. Her friend, Tracey, says Kim needs to raise her standards, because she exudes desperation. Find out what Dr. Phil male staffers think about Kim’s dating habits. Then, Todd says he’s looking for the perfect woman, and she must be the total package: tall, blonde, model looks, a size 38DD bust and no baggage. Will he learn to stop seeking the superficial? Plus, meet a man who made headlines when he posted a billboard advertisement for a girlfriend, and a woman who admits to stalking her estranged husband to get him back.
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It’s being called the ultimate form of child abuse -- brainwashing your children against an ex-spouse to win custody. Could you be harming your child emotionally and not even know it? First up, Ken is a successful surgeon who says he’s the victim of parental alienation syndrome (PAS). He says he hasn’t seen his 14-year-old son since last October and claims his ex-wife destroyed what was once a loving father-son relationship. Mel Feit, director of the National Center for Men, says Ken’s situation is a classic case of kids being turned against their father, but family law attorney Liz Kates says PAS is a phony tactic used by some men to get out of paying child support. What does Dr. Phil think? Then, Karen lost custody of her children after she was accused of parental alienation syndrome by her ex-husband. Karen maintains her innocence, so why were her parental rights terminated when her daughters accused her ex of sexual abuse? Plus, 19-year-old Demi joins the show via Web cam and says her father verbally abused her mother during their divorce. Now, she fears that her 15-year-old sister is caught in the middle. Find out what you can do if you’re caught between sparring parents. And, meet a father so desperate to see his young children, he kidnapped them from his ex-wife and went on the lam for two years.
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You’ve seen the headlines about student athletes being accused of sexual assaults and other egregious acts -- but are athletes being supported and protected by universities? Dr. Phil meets two women who claim they were sexually assaulted by college athletes and say there is a big double standard when it comes to athletes accused versus typical students. Bailey claims she was sexually assaulted by three basketball players but claims they were protected by the university. Then, Teresa says she knows firsthand the double standard when it comes to athletic preferential treatment because, even though the person who assaulted her was convicted, served time, and had to register as a sex offender, he was allowed to return to the field and was hailed as a star for another university. Plus, when an attorney claims athletes are the victims and their notoriety makes them easy targets for false accusations, he sparks an emotional debate.
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Jessica, a mom of five, sent Dr. Phil a home video so disturbing it brought his wife, Robin, and many audience members to tears. Jessica admits that she’s angry all the time and says she struggles to parent her 7-year-old adopted son, Kristoff. She says she screams at the boy, puts hot sauce in his mouth and places him in a cold shower when he acts up. Attorney and child advocate Areva Martin weighs in. Then, several irate women in the audience give Jessica a piece of their mind.
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Imagine waking up one morning and realizing that you’ve been living in the wrong body. That’s what Dr. Phil’s first guest says happened to her. Bernadette started dressing like a boy in high school. Now 37, she wants to be referred to as Cameron, and wants her breasts surgically removed. Cameron’s mom, Antoinette, and her aunts say she’s just angry, lost and confused. Will they ever accept her decision to become a man? Then, Sylvia’s 17-year-old daughter, Gwen, was murdered when a group of boys found out that she was one of them. The grieving mother weighs in on this important discussion. And, should a high school boy who dresses like a girl be allowed to use the girl’s bathroom? That’s the issue one Florida high school faced. The boy’s lawyer and two moms from the community get into a heated debate. Plus, Jim and Linda’s 4-year-old daughter, Kayleigh, was born with Androgen Insensitivity Syndrome, a condition where she looks like a female on the outside, but inside, she’s an underdeveloped male. Should the parents be forced to decide Kayleigh’s gender?
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It's the affair that has everyone talking! Ed, a successful doctor, revealed to his wife, Kandi, that he was having an affair and his mistress is pregnant. Now, with the baby due in less than eight weeks, Dr. Phil checks back in.
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Dr. Phil follows up with a family whose story captivated viewers. Fourteen siblings say they suffered horrific beatings and molestation at the hands of their own father, who claimed to be the Messiah. The oldest daughter, Jeanne, says she was not only abused by her dad, but was forced to brutally beat her younger brothers and sisters to please their controlling patriarch. After the show, the relatives say they made great strides toward reconciliation, but tension and resentment still exist. Miriam and Sarah say Jeanne doesn’t physically abuse them anymore, but they still feel hurt by her constant judgments. They say she always preaches to them and criticizes them for drinking alcohol and for taking jobs as exotic dancers. Another sibling, Jewel, who recently reconnected with the family after 13 years, says Jeanne is jealous of her new bond with the family. Can the women heal the wounds of the past and move on with their lives?
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Many women are itching to run to the altar, but Dr. Phil’s guests say they’re ready to run for the hills! Kelly is a self-proclaimed runaway bride. She’s been engaged four times but says she gets cold feet before she makes it down the aisle. Rick, her current fiancé, proposed four years ago and is still waiting for her to set a wedding date. Kelly believes that most marriages end in divorce, and she doesn’t want to become another statistic. Should Rick wait for her to make up her mind, or should he cut his losses and move on? Then, Chad and Candi have been engaged for over five years and have two daughters, but Chad says he’s not ready to tie the knot. He says weddings are too expensive, but Candi says he racked up $49,000 in loans for a car, a camper and a new deck for the house. Will Chad break down and give his fiancée the wedding of her dreams? Plus, Dr. Phil talks to a woman who says her fiancé left her six days before the wedding and stuck her with a $150,000 bill -- an allegation he totally denies.
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From a mom with a violent temper to feuding sisters with tearful recollections of childhood molestation, Dr. Phil checks back in with some of his most explosive guests from this season.
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Tiffany is a beautiful 23-year-old who says that using drugs makes her feel complete, but that in reality, she knows she's just a lost little girl and a liar. After dropping out of three rehab programs for an OxyContin addiction, she says she wants to come clean with her parents and get clean from her substance abuse once and for all. But what is she keeping from her parents?
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More and more newlyweds are declaring their honeymoon is over and they're ready to call it quits. One wife feels she's not the only woman in her relationship. And, Dr. Phil follows up with Shamika and Marlon to see if they are getting their marriage back on track.
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Imagine finding your son passed out in his room with drug paraphernalia surrounding his body. When that happened to one mother, she made an important call for help. Dr. Phil’s son, Jay, was working with a family for his new reality show when the mom, Vikki, phoned to say that her son, Justin, had been using drugs. Dr. Phil made a surprise house call and insisted that the teen get help immediately. Find out what happens with Justin, and why Vikki thinks she's to blame for his drug use. Then, a stay-at-home mother of three was drinking bottles of wine and vodka every day -- she would even fill a sports drink bottle with alcohol and take it to her kids' school events. Did she break her deadly addiction?
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Think you’re ready to say, “I do?”… not so fast! Dr. Phil puts 3 newly engaged couples to the test in his Premarital Boot Camp series, with real-life challenges like parenting, fighting, money, and sex. Find out what happens when one couple leaves their “baby” unattended six times and why another couple has to do some major explaining to the California Highway Patrol. Will they all make it to the altar… and who will win big prizes?
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Sarah and Tecoa's mother, Cindy, sits down with Dr. Phil to answer some hard questions about how her daughters' lives have spun so out of control. Dr. Phil shows her some of the video footage of Sarah's life on the street, selling her body, smoking crack cocaine and shooting heroin, while Tecoa explains how it all began. In a race against time, Dr. Phil gets the sisters off the streets and into The Dr. Phil House. Will Sarah and Tecoa commit to rehab and stay clean?
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A stay-at-home mother says she can't control her rage, and she takes it out on her kids. Dr. Phil intervenes for the sake of her five precious children.
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Unemployed, unmotivated and under your roof - they're family freeloaders and they're hurting the ones they love the most. Dr. Phil has advice for a 28-year-old who still lives at home and a 20-year-old who is happy to live in his older sister's house but refuses to do any of the chores necessary to maintain it. Also, Dr. Phil finds out why a daughter thinks her mother is a gold digger.
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The 1957 kidnapping and murder of Maria Ridulph went cold for 55 years, until Jack McCullough, once known as John Tessier, was arrested and eventually convicted -- despite maintaining his innocence. Dr. Phil speaks to family members on both sides. Could McCullough have been wrongfully convicted?
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Jason and Brandy have been married less than a year, but they say the honeymoon is definitely over! His lying and flirting with other women has her addicted to snooping on him. Will they make it to their first anniversary or should they call it quits? Then, they've only been married for eight months, but Michael says his wife's violent temper is making his life a living hell. Dr. Phil shows them how to fight fair. Plus, a guest who's terrified of getting divorced … and he's not even married yet! Will he ever be ready to pop the question to his girlfriend?
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Desperate for help with their drug-addicted 21-year-old son, Doug and Debbie ask Dr. Phil to prepare them for an intervention.
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When it comes to families, conflict is nearly inevitable, but when you add the stress of a mental illness, it can divide even the closest knit household. Coni’s 18-year-old daughter, Katherine, was diagnosed with bipolar disorder at 12. Since then, her daughter’s behavior has been violent and erratic, and Coni says the chaos is tearing their family apart. Coni’s husband has threatened divorce, her oldest son has moved out, and her youngest daughter says her childhood was awful because of her older sister. The family thinks Katherine should be moved to a facility that can better serve her, but Coni says that is not an option. Learn what Dr. Phil says this family is doing wrong and how they can create a happy, peaceful household.
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Did you know that close to 14 million adults still live at home with their parents? Dr. Phil’s first guest is 30 years old, has 2 kids, and is still living with her mom! Her mom wants her out, so why won’t she leave? Then, meet one mother who made her son sign a contract to move out for good. The deadline has lapsed, but he won’t budge. How far will Dr. Phil go to push him out of the nest? Plus, meet a couple who opened their home to 21 family members over the last 7 years. Finally, their nephew came to stay for a couple of days…and two years later he’s still there!
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Does love really conquer all? James, 41, quit his job and left his wife and three children to pursue a relationship with his 18-year-old former student, Jordan. The couple says they're not breaking any laws, want to set the record straight with Dr. Phil, and want Jordan's mother, Tammie, to stop her Facebook "smear campaign" against them. In a national exclusive, Tammie confronts James for the first time on Dr. Phil’s stage. Find out how the attraction began and why Tammie says James is lying. Were there secret meetings before Jordan turned 18? And, what does Jordan stand to lose? Parents, how would you react if your child started a relationship with his or her former teacher?
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Gypsy Willis- the former mistress of a doctor convicted of murdering his wife- speaks out.
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At 22, Jael was an aspiring model and finalist on the hit show America’s Next Top Model. But at 28, Jael’s family says she’s losing her battle with drug addiction. Don’t miss what happens minutes before she’s to appear on Dr. Phil’s stage. Can Dr. Phil convince her to stop running and commit to getting well?
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Laurie says her dad, John, is in “total denial” about being an absolutely terrible hoarder. She says every room in the house is piled to the ceiling with “junk,” including the garage, where she claims she once found a “mummified kitten!” To top it off, Laurie claims the downstairs has a horrible bed bug infestation! John says his daughter is just as big of a mess as he is, has destroyed her room, and absolutely refuses to help him clear out the mess. But the junk-filled house is only the surface level of the toxicity in this home. Laurie’s ex-fiancé, Billy, also lives in the house! Laurie claims Billy is constantly getting “blackout drunk” and getting in fights with her and her father. Can Dr. Phil get to the root of the dysfunction in this home and start to clean up this mess? Find out!
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In a headline-grabbing case, 22-year-old Sheena Morris was found hanged in a Florida hotel room on New Year's Day 2009, just hours after reports of an altercation between Sheena and her fiancé, Joe, now 48. Her death was ruled a suicide, but Sheena's parents refuse to believe that their daughter would take her own life -- they feel she was murdered, and that Joe may be responsible. In an effort to clear his name, Joe comes face to face with Sheena's mother and father, Kelly and David, on Dr. Phil's stage. What does Joe say happened on the night Sheena was last seen alive? And, how does his story differ from the one Kelly and David say they've pieced together? Listen to 911 calls from that night, including one from Sheena herself. Tune in and decide for yourself: Is there more to this story than Joe is revealing?
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There comes a point when every child must grow up and face life on their own. For today’s guests, that time has come and gone and they want stay with Mom and Dad! You’ll meet Ryan, whose father says he’s borrowed over $10,000, and has trouble standing on his own two feet. And watch as Dr. Phil gives another young adult the tools she needs to create a life of her own. Find out what needs to happen before your offspring fly the coop.
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For many girls, a fairytale wedding day is a sweet fantasy -- but getting the proposal can be a real nightmare! Amber and Rich are struggling through commitment issues. They live, work and have children together, and say they're happy but can't seem to take the next step. Rich sold Amber on his plan to marry her after five years, so why hasn't he proposed after nearly seven? Does he have valid reasons for resisting marriage? After Dr. Phil challenges him, will Rich decide to walk down the aisle ... on Dr. Phil's stage? Next, Jill has taken the leap and been divorced seven times. Why does she pick the wrong men, and what can she do to make her next union last? Then, Candy describes her first marriage as lasting 18 miserable years, and she regrets how she poisoned her daughters against men during that time. What will it take to change her daughter, who calls herself the Runaway Bride? Plus, a don't-miss moment happens in Dr. Phil's audience!
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Have you ever been so devastated after a breakup that you wanted someone to literally pay for your broken heart? Or, have you ever wanted to exact revenge on someone who you believe stole a lover away from you? Dr. Phil's guests are broken-hearted lovers entangled in nasty lawsuits.
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A woman who vanished reveals a dark secret.
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What happens when an unhealthy teen relationship threatens to tear a mother and daughter apart? Giesel says her 18-year-old daughter, Devynn, is obsessed with her boyfriend and is damaging a once promising future. Watch the drama unfold as a pregnancy scare rocks this teen's life.
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The conversation continues with Heather, who says she is not at fault for her son's accidental overdose. But- where was she that night?
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Mike and Vicki say their 37-year-old son, Ryan, was once making millions running a successful real estate company, but for the past three months, he has been living in their garage, on their dime, along with his 24-year-old girlfriend, Rachel. The parents claim Ryan is a “freeloader” who sleeps all day, acts entitled, picks fights and even leaves them to care for his 5-year-old son. Ryan admits things are chaotic in his life but insists it’s not all his fault. Why does he say his parents are partly to blame for his business failing? Dr. Phil has some tough questions for Ryan about his behavior -- does he take any accountability? And, hear from Rachel -- is she happy with their living situation? Plus, Ryan isn’t the only one staying with mom and dad -- you won’t believe how many mouths Mike and Vicki say they are feeding! How can the parents stop the bleeding and take back control of their lives? And, is Ryan ready to step up to the plate and work toward living on his own?
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As the nation reels from the intense pressure of the 2020 Election, Dr. Phil welcomes broadcaster, journalist, and author Piers Morgan, whose latest book, Wake Up, is all about our divided society in the wake of COVID-19, the BLM protests, and the controversy surrounding the presidential election. Watch while Morgan reveals details of a 25-minute phone conversation he had with Donald Trump -- their first communication in months after he unfollowed Morgan on Twitter earlier this year. Dr. Phil and Morgan take a look at some of the most shocking stories of celebrities who have been "cancelled" in 2020, as well as some of the most tone-deaf mistakes made by the rich and famous. Also, how does Morgan keep his emotional and mental health in check during these trying times? Tune in to find out!
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They borrow money and don't pay you back. They're unemployed and never pay rent. If you're tired of a loved one's freeloading ways, Dr. Phil has advice for getting the handouts to stop. Ryan, 29, says he's living the life of "a starving artist," but his sisters say he's just a moocher. He even tries to mooch off Dr. Phil! Then, Jennell says her husband has turned her into a moocher by forcing her to ask her own mother to pay their bills. Will he give up his dreams of playing poker professionally or keep gambling by living off their savings and watching his marriage slip away?
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Money is often cited as the number one reason couples divorce. Dr. Phil talks with moms who say their money issues are causing major problems. Plus, the biggest mistakes people make when they think they have the latest, greatest money-making schemes.
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Sheryl says it was love at first sight when she met her optometrist fiancé, Owen, in 2010 -- but the real eye opener came two years later, when she moved from Florida to New York to live with him and his three children. She claims that Owen, who makes six figures, refused to give her any spending money and treated her like the nanny and housekeeper -- all while she slept on a futon in the living room. Frustrated, she moved back to Florida a year later and called off the wedding -- so, why is she still wearing her engagement ring? Owen says Sheryl expects him to pay for everything, his friends and family disapprovingly call her a “gold digger” -- but he still wants to marry her! Dr. Phil offers the couple advice for moving forward. Should they proceed to the altar -- or alter their plans?
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A possession is something we own, like a house, a car, or a new pair of shoes. But what happens when someone you know and love considers you their possession?
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Dr. Phil digs further into the heartbreaking story of a father's desperate search for his missing daughter, Kimberly Medina, and the loss he felt when his grandchildren were taken away by the man who may be guilty of their mother's disappearance. It's a shocking story that has had a ripple effect on three generations. Don't miss this chilling tale that will have you hugging your loved ones a little tighter.
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Toni says her daughter, Kristine, is battling an alcohol addiction and has resorted to drinking hand sanitizer as a cheap way to get her fix. Kristine says her family is dysfunctional, and they’re the reason she can’t stay sober. Dr. Phil has words of warning for Kristine. After three failed stints in rehab, will she agree to try again -- or risk losing her daughter forever?
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A woman faces accessory charges after her fiancé's arrest for two murders.