Oprah Winfrey
Director
Dr. Phil (2002)
Season 10
Using the power of television. European-American, Dr. Phil McGraw presents compelling stories about real people with a variety of emotional and behavioral problems, stripping away the shame and embarrassment that too often keep people from seeking help. It’s a show that is suppose to help people with their problems and to find a solution on live TV .
Released Sept. 16, 2002
Episode 56 min
10+
Genres: Drama, Talk, Talk Show
Keywords: tmdb.talk-show, tmdb.mental-health, tmdb.mental-disorders, tmdb.behavioral-disorders, mdblist.has-trailer, imdb.sensationalism, imdb.trash-tv + 11 more, imdb.advice, imdb.self-help, imdb.non-fiction, imdb.daytime-talk-show, imdb.lifestyle-talk-show, imdb.psychology, imdb.2000s, imdb.teenager, imdb.troubled-teen-industry, imdb.parents, imdb.scorned-daughter
Watch Providers: The Roku Channel, Pluto TV, Spectrum On Demand, Spectrum On Demand, Philo
Production Companies: Peteski Productions, Harpo Productions, Stage 29 Productions
Network: Syndication
Country: United States
Languages:
English
S10E1 - Brat Ban
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Sept. 12, 2011, midnight
S10E2 - Cindy and George Anthony: The Interview
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Sept. 13, 2011, midnight
S10E3 - The Anthonys: The Revelations
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Sept. 14, 2011, midnight
S10E4 - Ted Williams: The Apology
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Sept. 15, 2011, midnight
S10E5 - Sugar Baby Students
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Sept. 16, 2011, midnight
S10E6 - The Trial: The Truth
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Sept. 19, 2011, midnight
S10E7 - Levi Johnston: Thrust Into the Spotlight
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Sept. 20, 2011, midnight
S10E8 - The Cost of Beauty
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Sept. 21, 2011, midnight
S10E9 - Taylor Armstrong One on One
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Sept. 22, 2011, midnight
S10E10 - Overweight or Underfed
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Sept. 23, 2011, midnight
S10E11 - Love Times Three
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Sept. 26, 2011, midnight
S10E12 - Prophet or Pedophile?
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Sept. 27, 2011, midnight
S10E13 - Inside the FLDS
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Sept. 28, 2011, midnight
S10E14 - Baby after Breakup
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Sept. 29, 2011, midnight
S10E15 - Who's to Blame?
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Sept. 30, 2011, midnight
S10E16 - Radical Parenting
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Oct. 3, 2011, midnight
S10E17 - Is My Teen Blinded by Love?
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Oct. 4, 2011, midnight
S10E18 - Life in the Fast Lane
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Oct. 5, 2011, midnight
S10E20 - Going to Extremes
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Oct. 7, 2011, midnight
S10E21 - What Really Happened?
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Oct. 10, 2011, midnight
S10E22 - Missing for a Decade: A Girl Held Captive
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Oct. 11, 2011, midnight
S10E23 - Missing for a Decade: The Girl Escapes
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Oct. 12, 2011, midnight
S10E24 - Guns N' Roses & Second Chances
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Oct. 13, 2011, midnight
S10E25 - Lisa Ling Investigates: The Secret World of Amateur Adult Video
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Oct. 14, 2011, midnight
S10E26 - Dr. Phil and Robin: Dancing with the Stars
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Oct. 17, 2011, midnight
S10E27 - Bullying: The Power to Protect Your Child
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Oct. 18, 2011, midnight
S10E28 - Our Teen is Tearing the Family Apart
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S10E29 - Grandmas Feud over Becca's Baby
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S10E30 - Twins Search for Twins
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Oct. 21, 2011, midnight
S10E31 - Majoring in Failure?
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S10E32 - Won't Do "I Do" Until ...
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S10E33 - Shaming the Family Name
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Oct. 26, 2011, midnight
S10E34 - Exes Behaving Badly
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Oct. 27, 2011, midnight
S10E35 - Pageant Mom and Daughter Compete
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Oct. 28, 2011, midnight
S10E36 - House of Horrors and Other Shocking Headlines
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Oct. 31, 2011, midnight
S10E37 - Monster In-Laws
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Nov. 1, 2011, midnight
S10E38 - A Family Secret: A Brother's Apology
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Nov. 2, 2011, midnight
S10E39 - Affairs, Lies and Audiotape
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Nov. 3, 2011, midnight
S10E40 - Parents Caught Crossing the Line?
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Nov. 4, 2011, midnight
S10E41 - Dr. Phil Family: Alexandra's Admissions
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Nov. 7, 2011, midnight
S10E42 - Love Triangle
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Nov. 8, 2011, midnight
S10E43 - Discipline Video: A Daughter's New Accusations against the Judge
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Nov. 9, 2011, midnight
S10E44 - A Father Accused: Who's Telling the Truth?
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Nov. 10, 2011, midnight
S10E45 - Dr. Phil's Twin-Tacular with Adam Sandler
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Nov. 11, 2011, midnight
S10E46 - The Mysterious Death of Rebecca Zahau
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Nov. 14, 2011, midnight
S10E47 - Rebecca Zahau: The New Autopsy Results Revealed
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Nov. 15, 2011, midnight
S10E48 - Imperfect Justice?
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Nov. 16, 2011, midnight
S10E49 - A New Dr Phil Series: Marriage Meltdown
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Nov. 17, 2011, midnight
S10E50 - Penn State Scandal: Parents Beware
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Nov. 18, 2011, midnight
S10E51 - Marriage Meltdown, Part 2
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Nov. 21, 2011, midnight
S10E52 - Most Outrageous Monster In-Law Returns
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Nov. 22, 2011, midnight
S10E53 - Heaviest Woman on Record
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S10E54 - Twins Search for Twins
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Nov. 24, 2011, midnight
S10E55 - Have a Little Faith
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S10E56 - Happy, Healthy and Hot for the Holidays
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Nov. 28, 2011, midnight
S10E57 - Marriage Meltdown, Part 3
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Nov. 29, 2011, midnight
S10E58 - Desperately Seeking Attention
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Nov. 30, 2011, midnight
S10E59 - Anger Intervention
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Dec. 1, 2011, midnight
S10E60 - Chore Wars
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S10E61 - Sibling Rivalry and Abuse
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Dec. 5, 2011, midnight
S10E62 - Get Divorced or Get Even
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Dec. 6, 2011, midnight
S10E63 - Generation Lazy?
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S10E64 - Plastic Disaster
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Dec. 8, 2011, midnight
S10E65 - Murder of a Preacher's Wife
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Dec. 9, 2011, midnight
S10E66 - Innocence Robbed: A Horrific Story of Abuse
A woman tells of learning that her husband had been sexually abusing their three
daughters for years; warning signs
Dec. 12, 2011, midnight
S10E67 - Cost of Living
Imagine a life where every day you have to ask yourself, where is my family’s next meal going to come from, and how am I going to keep a roof over our heads? For one in six Americans, that is a reality. They are your neighbors, your friends, your children’s classmates; more people than you think are struggling to put food on the table.
Dec. 13, 2011, midnight
S10E68 - Saving Daniella
Terri and Bob are desperate to save their 17-year-old daughter, Daniella, from her self-destructive behavior. Daniella says she’s struggling with her sexual identity and fears her parents won’t accept her choices. Can Dr. Phil help this teen find the reception she’s seeking?
Dec. 14, 2011, midnight
S10E69 - Comics Tell All
Is laughter really the best medicine? Dr. Phil sits down with legendary comedians Darrell Hammond and Chris Titus to talk about how humor has helped them heal and move beyond their painful pasts. Learn how to laugh, live and love your life again!
Dec. 15, 2011, midnight
S10E70 - Grudges, Gripes and Grievances
Nikki says she is happily married to her husband, Rob, but her mother, Pat, won't accept him. And, 40 years of resentment reached a boiling point between two football greats one month ago, and fists — and canes — were thrown! Plus, Linda says her husband, Paul, spends ten hours a day on Facebook chatting with scantily-clad women! Can Dr. Phil mend these relationships in time for the holidays?
Dec. 16, 2011, midnight
S10E71 - Second Chances
Have you ever dreamt of getting a second chance in life? Backstreet Boys’ Nick Carter was just 12 years old when he shot to worldwide fame, but behind the bright lights, he says he was rapidly spiraling out of control. Nick opens up to Dr. Phil about the life-threatening medical diagnosis that finally forced him to transform his life. And, learn of a chance encounter between two unlikely friends that changed both of their lives forever.
Dec. 19, 2011, midnight
S10E72 - Happy, Healthy and Hot for the Holidays
Trying to beat the bulge this holiday season? Cortney says she and her boyfriend, Travis, are in relationship “pork-a-tory” because she gained 50 pounds and refuses to get married until she loses the weight. She says she's failed at every diet she's tried, but Travis says she makes a lot of excuses. He says he tries to encourage her, but Cortney says his 20 calls a day to remind her to go to the gym are not helping. How can she finally slim down for good and walk down the aisle with confidence? And, Rhenotha weighs 330 pounds and says she's ready to feel healthy. Will she accept the help that's offered? Plus, learn the four stages of readiness a person must confront before they are ready to make a major life change. Whether you’re looking to lose 10 pounds -- or 100 pounds -- this is a show you can’t afford to miss!
Dec. 20, 2011, midnight
S10E73 - Life in the Fast Lane
From the outside, Mark and Karen seem to have the perfect all-American family, including a gorgeous home and three beautiful children. But on the inside, they say their world is crumbling as their 26-year-old daughter, Lane, a stunning former cheerleader, sinks further into the world of drug addiction, and her family struggles to save her and the child they say she's neglecting. Feeling hopeless and desperate, Lane’s sister, 28-year-old Malissa, wrote Dr. Phil for help. Her brother, Chase, says Lane will disappear for days at a time and is worried she's done the unthinkable to support her habit. And, just days before Lane was to appear on the show, she was arrested and incarcerated for allegedly harboring a fugitive. Now out on bail, Lane's cruise down life in the fast lane comes to an abrupt halt when recovering addict and former Dr. Phil guest, Brandon, and his mother, Debbie, stage an intervention alongside the family that says they fear for Lane's future and are resentful of the pa
Dec. 21, 2011, midnight
S10E74 - Radical Parenting
From rigorous exercise as a form of discipline to lavish rewards for good grades, Dr. Phil's guests say they've unlocked the secret to raising happy children. But are their methods too extreme? Lana buys her teens expensive gifts -- $1,000 cooking classes in Italy, million-dollar parties and even penthouse mansions -- as bonuses for doing well in school. She says the ritzy rewards motivate her kids to excel in the classroom, but her sister, Natalya, thinks she’s spoiling them. Find out what Dr. Phil thinks about this heated family debate. Then, Sarge and Joy raise their kids under a military-style regimen that bans most television shows, contact with friends, Harry Potter books and even requires the children to do push-ups if they lose a board game. Joy’s half-sister, Shana, worries the children will become sheltered from such a strict upbringing. Are they too radical, or is there a rationale to their extremes? Weigh in! And, Cheryl made national headlines when she allowed her 5-year-o
Dec. 22, 2011, midnight
S10E75 - Love Times Three
Could you share your husband with two additional wives? Meet the Dargers: A happy family made up of one husband, three wives and 24 kids. Joe Darger and his wives, twin sisters Vicki and Valerie, and their cousin, Alina, join Dr. Phil for a candid discussion about their polygamous lifestyle. From their daily routine to their unusual honeymoon, and the possibility of adding a fourth wife, get a rare look into plural marriage. By authoring the book, Love Times Three, the Dargers are coming out of hiding and are ready to tackle the toughest questions about their choices — but could they also be facing criminal charges? The family insists their union is a love story; the same as everyone else's — only multiplied by three. What do you think? Watch and weigh in!
Dec. 23, 2011, midnight
S10E76 - Imperfect Justice?
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Dec. 26, 2011, midnight
S10E77 - Pageant Mom and Daughters Compete
A woman competes in beauty pageants alongside her 18-year-old daughter.
Dec. 27, 2011, midnight
S10E78 - Baby after Breakup
Teen parents face off; an update from another teen mom.
Dec. 28, 2011, midnight
S10E79 - Who's to Blame?
A father defends an online video that sparked outrage; a woman and her teen daughter need help with their volatile relationship.
Dec. 29, 2011, midnight
S10E80 - Guns N' Roses & Second Chances
Former Guns N' Roses member Duff McKagan tells of turning his life around; a 25-year-old admits that she robbed her family to feed her addiction.
Dec. 30, 2011, midnight
S10E81 - Shaming the Family Name
A young drug-addict makes dramatic confessions and tells who she blames for her downward spiral; how to cope when a loved one is addicted.
Jan. 2, 2012, midnight
S10E82 - Smart People, Bad Choices
Children are caught on the battlefield of their divorced parents' five-year war; the five keys to breaking a bad habit.
Jan. 3, 2012, midnight
S10E83 - CBS This Morning
``CBS This Morning'' hosts Charlie Rose, Gayle King and Erica Hill; Dr. Phil in the hot seat.
Jan. 4, 2012, midnight
S10E84 - B-Wars
Mean women attract drama and say they do not need any female friends; reality stars Drita D'avanzo and Renee Graziano.
Jan. 5, 2012, midnight
S10E85 - Weight Wars
Women say their sisters make hurtful comments about their weight.
Jan. 6, 2012, midnight
S10E86 - Partying to Death
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Jan. 9, 2012, midnight
S10E87 - Psychic Investigations
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Jan. 10, 2012, midnight
S10E88 - "Why Am I Still Single?"
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Jan. 11, 2012, midnight
S10E89 - Held Captive?
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Jan. 12, 2012, midnight
S10E90 - Tarnished Tiaras: Beauty Queens Gone Bad
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Jan. 13, 2012, midnight
S10E91 - Shot, Tortured and Left to Die
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Jan. 16, 2012, midnight
S10E92 - Teen Trends: Killer Numbers
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Jan. 17, 2012, midnight
S10E93 - Unusual Syndromes and Fears
Brett, 24, is an adult baby who admits to wearing diapers. And, 55-year-old Robin says she’s terrified of riding in cars.
Jan. 18, 2012, midnight
S10E94 - Teen Girls in the News
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Jan. 19, 2012, midnight
S10E95 - Cruise Ship Disaster
On Friday, January 13, the Costa Concordia cruise ship ran aground off the coast of Tuscany, killing 11 and injuring at least 42, with 21 passengers still among the missing.
Jan. 20, 2012, midnight
S10E96 - Under the Influence
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Jan. 23, 2012, midnight
S10E97 - Fix It or End It Today
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Jan. 24, 2012, midnight
S10E98 - 17 and Out of Control
Dr. Phil attempts to set a rebellious teen straight. 17-year-old Courtney is out of control.
Jan. 25, 2012, midnight
S10E99 - Starving to Death
This episode highlights the eating disorders anorexia and bulimia. Dr. Phil interviews a young woman struggling to recover from her disease.
Jan. 26, 2012, midnight
S10E100 - Coming Clean
A 58-year-old certified medical assistant is addicted to Hydrocodone. She lies and steals to fill her need for the drug.
Jan. 27, 2012, midnight
S10E101 - Unforgivable Acts?
A feud between neighbors escalates to the point that the seven-year-old child of one family is bullied by the other. The child, Kathleen, has since died from Huntington’s disease. Can apologies be enough to end the feud?
Jan. 30, 2012, midnight
S10E102 - What Were You Thinking?
Three and five-year-old beauty pageant contestants and their mothers are highlighted in this episode. Both mothers are questioned about their inappropriate behavior.
Jan. 31, 2012, midnight
S10E103 - Double Trouble: Violent Twins
Sixteen-year-old identical twins have extreme tempers and often get into physical altercations with one another. Can Dr. Phil set them straight?
Feb. 1, 2012, midnight
S10E104 - The Dr. Phil Family Returns: Alexandra Goes to Rehab
It's been six months since Dr. Phil talked with Alexandra about entering a rehab facility. She finally agrees to "check it out". Motives are questioned on all sides.
Feb. 2, 2012, midnight
S10E105 - Missing in a Moment: Baby Lisa
Ten-month-old baby Lisa disappeared from her home in early October. The mother, Deborah, admits to being drunk that night. And her and the father, Jeremy, have been accused of being uncooperative.
Feb. 3, 2012, midnight
S10E106 - The Girl in the Closet
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Feb. 6, 2012, midnight
S10E107 - Teen Mama Drama
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Feb. 7, 2012, midnight
S10E108 - Donny Osmond
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Feb. 8, 2012, midnight
S10E109 - Beauty Queen Hits Rock Bottom
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Feb. 9, 2012, midnight
S10E110 - Inside the Powell Family Tragedy
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Feb. 10, 2012, midnight
S10E111 - Dr. Phil Family Returns: Alexandra Inside Rehab
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Feb. 13, 2012, midnight
S10E112 - Cut the Cord
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Feb. 14, 2012, midnight
S10E113 - "Will My Mother-in-Law Destroy My Marriage?"
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Feb. 15, 2012, midnight
S10E114 - Shocking School Sex Abuse Accusations
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Feb. 16, 2012, midnight
S10E115 - P.I. Moms: The Truth Behind the Scandal
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Feb. 17, 2012, midnight
S10E116 - Deadbeat Dad?
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Feb. 20, 2012, midnight
S10E117 - "My Lover, My Abuser"
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Feb. 21, 2012, midnight
S10E118 - A Most Unusual Love Triangle
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Feb. 22, 2012, midnight
S10E119 - Open Marriage
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Feb. 23, 2012, midnight
S10E120 - Out-of-Control Jealousy
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Feb. 24, 2012, midnight
S10E121 - Mother-in-Law Mayhem
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Feb. 27, 2012, midnight
S10E122 - "Held Hostage By My Father"
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Feb. 28, 2012, midnight
S10E123 - Parental Abuse?
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Feb. 29, 2012, midnight
S10E124 - "Braxton Family Values"
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March 1, 2012, midnight
S10E125 - Model Mom Calls Her Religion a Cult
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March 2, 2012, midnight
S10E126 - Overly-Competitve Parents
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March 5, 2012, midnight
S10E127 - Complicated Love
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March 6, 2012, midnight
S10E128 - "Stabbed in the Heart by My Teen"
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March 7, 2012, midnight
S10E129 - "Jeff Who Lives at Home"
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March 8, 2012, midnight
S10E130 - Unusual Syndromes and Fears
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March 9, 2012, midnight
S10E131 - Questionable Cigarette Burns and Calls to CPS!
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March 12, 2012, midnight
S10E132 - Ripped from the Headlines: Teacher Leaves Family for Student
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March 13, 2012, midnight
S10E133 - Beyond Control and Chaos
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March 14, 2012, midnight
S10E135 - Love Triangle
(Original airdate: November 11, 2011)
March 16, 2012, midnight
S10E136 - Desperately Seeking Attention
(Original airdate: November 30, 2011)
March 19, 2012, midnight
S10E137 - Shot, Tortured and Left to Die
(Original airdate: January 16, 2012)
March 20, 2012, midnight
S10E138 - Anger Intervention
(Original airdate: December 1, 2011)
March 21, 2012, midnight
S10E139 - Partying to Death
(Original airdate: January 9, 2012)
March 22, 2012, midnight
S10E140 - Affairs, Lies and Audiotape
(Original airdate: November 3, 2011)
March 23, 2012, midnight
S10E141 - The Surprising Reason He Hates Paying Child Support
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March 26, 2012, midnight
S10E142 - From Wall Street Trader to Bank Robber
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March 27, 2012, midnight
S10E143 - Young Girls: Extreme Sexual Exploitation
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March 28, 2012, midnight
S10E144 - A Star Comes Clean: Can He Make a Comeback?
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March 29, 2012, midnight
S10E145 - Extreme Etiquette
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March 30, 2012, midnight
S10E146 - Shocking Love Stories
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April 2, 2012, midnight
S10E147 - The Six Quickest Ways to Ruin a Marriage
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April 3, 2012, midnight
S10E148 - On Top of the World and Self-Destructive
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April 4, 2012, midnight
S10E150 - Meet Baby London and Dr. Phil’s Most-Talented Kids
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April 6, 2012, midnight
S10E151 - Over-the-Top Moms?
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April 9, 2012, midnight
S10E152 - Female Teacher's Affair with Student: The Aftermath
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April 10, 2012, midnight
S10E153 - Mad Men
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April 11, 2012, midnight
S10E154 - Outrageous Parenting Dilemmas
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April 12, 2012, midnight
S10E155 - Deadly Consequences
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April 13, 2012, midnight
S10E156 - Police Say I Married a Rapist
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April 16, 2012, midnight
S10E157 - 17 and Out of Control: Follow-Up
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April 17, 2012, midnight
S10E158 - Dates for Sale: Life of an Escort
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April 18, 2012, midnight
S10E159 - Heroes in Pain
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April 19, 2012, midnight
S10E160 - Cuba Gooding Jr.
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April 20, 2012, midnight
S10E161 - Intense Family Drama: Mom Likes Brother Best?
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April 23, 2012, midnight
S10E162 - Daddy's Little Girl
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April 24, 2012, midnight
S10E163 - Missing in a Moment
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April 25, 2012, midnight
S10E164 - The Dr. Phil Family: Alexandra's Progress ... and Setbacks
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April 26, 2012, midnight
S10E165 - The Dr. Phil Family: The Ultimate Conclusion
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April 27, 2012, midnight
S10E166 - Grand Canyon Child Abuse
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April 30, 2012, midnight
S10E167 - Khalood is Back, and You Won't Believe It!
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May 1, 2012, midnight
S10E168 - "Spoiled Rotten: My Son Needs a Reality Check"
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May 2, 2012, midnight
S10E169 - Murder of a Las Vegas Showgirl
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May 3, 2012, midnight
S10E170 - Mom under Suspicion
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May 4, 2012, midnight
S10E171 - Rhode Island Girl Fight
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May 7, 2012, midnight
S10E172 - A Football Star's Daddy Drama
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May 8, 2012, midnight
S10E173 - Did He or Didn't He? Inside a Murder Confession
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May 9, 2012, midnight
S10E174 - "My Husband, My Kids and My Multiple Personalities"
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May 10, 2012, midnight
S10E175 - Last Chance for Amanda
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May 11, 2012, midnight
S10E176 - Caught on Tape: A Mom's Out-of-Control Rage
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May 14, 2012, midnight
S10E177 - A Sister's Accusation: An Onstage Confrontation
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May 15, 2012, midnight
S10E178 - From Teenage Star to Addicted and Homeless
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May 16, 2012, midnight
S10E179 - Too Much of a Good Thing
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May 17, 2012, midnight
S10E180 - Robert: The Nearly 800-Pound Man
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? Plus, log on to Dr. Phil.com after the show for a live video chat with Dr. Phil and Robert -- Friday, May 18 at 9 p.m. ET/6 p.m. PT! Then, you may remember self-admitted adult baby, Brett, who stirred controversy after he and his girlfriend, Cat, first appeared on Dr. P
May 18, 2012, midnight
S10E181 - High Society Whodunit: Murder in the Hamptons
The shocking 2001 murder of investment banker and multimillionaire Ted Ammon was the stuff of TV crime dramas. Ammon was found bludgeoned to death in his East Hampton mansion that he once shared with his estranged wife, Generosa, and their twins. At the time, Generosa was having an affair with electrician Daniel Pelosi, whom she married three months after the murder. In 2004, Pelosi was found guilty of second-degree murder for the death of Ammon and is currently serving 25 years to life, but now claims he is ready to explain what really happened the night of the murder. In a daytime exclusive, Dr. Phil visits the convicted murderer behind bars. Hear why Pelosi says he's innocent and who he claims was behind the slaying. And, what happened to the home surveillance footage, which may have caught the deadly attack? Plus, don't miss a bombshell from Generosa's closest friend, and a man who says he heard a confession -- and not from Pelosi. Dr. Phil goes behind the headlines in this high-so
May 21, 2012, midnight
S10E182 - World's Biggest Bride: Confessions of a Morbidly Obese Woman
We all want our loved ones to reach for their goals -- but would you be supportive if that dream could prove deadly? Thirty-three-year-old single mother Susanne says that she's not trying to lose weight by her June 2013 wedding -- she's in a race to gain more -- and reach 800 pounds by her big day. Just how much does Susanne weigh now? See what the scale reveals. Plus, what does Susanne's family think about her big dream? The bride-to-be says she takes pride in having been fitted for the largest wedding dress in history and last year, shocked the world by announcing that she aims to reach a target weight of 1,600 pounds. Susanne says she is consuming up to 30,000 calories per day with the help of her 38-year-old fiancé, Parker, a chef, who prepares many of her meals. Is he feeding his future wife to death? Susanne admits that the added weight is taking its toll, and she often lacks the energy to walk without assistance. Still, she says she's not ashamed of her shape and wishes more wom
May 22, 2012, midnight
S10E183 - Behind the Lens: Child Pornography
Every day, innocent children are being preyed upon and exploited by adults. Dr. Phil examines the shocking but growing world of child pornography. Unthinkable to most people, sexually-explicit images of children are being created and distributed by thousands of criminals across the country, causing long-lasting trauma and damage to innocent victims. Richelle and Travis say they know firsthand what happens when a child suffers from such horrific abuse. They adopted 5-year-old Michael, who was a victim of a child pornographer, and although they felt prepared to help him recover, they had no idea what to expect once he hit puberty. Now 13, are there signs Michael may be continuing the cycle of abuse? And, Alicia says she was a typical 13-year-old honor roll student when she befriended an older man online who made her feel special and important. Now 24, she shares how their encounter turned her world turned upside down when he abducted, raped and tortured her, as well as filmed and distrib
May 23, 2012, midnight
S10E184 - Demise of Guys
Experts say there's a growing trend of young men flunking out of school, avoiding responsibility and struggling socially. Just how many of today's boys are becoming unproductive adults, and is there a way to stop this cycle? Dr. Phil is joined by Dr. Phillip Zimbardo, an internationally-recognized psychologist, educator, scholar and researcher who co-authored the book, The Demise of Guys, which explores the reasons why many young men are struggling academically and socially in today's society. According to Dr. Zimbardo, one key factor is the role that a father plays in a young man's life. Lori says that may be the case with her 16-year-old son, Levi, whose bad behavior she blames on her ex-husband, Don. She says Don verbally and physically abuses Levi, and is especially hard on him compared to his siblings. Levi says his dad makes him feel unwanted and unloved, and that if his father died tomorrow, no one would cry at his funeral. Just how much is Levi's relationship with his dad affec
May 24, 2012, midnight
S10E185 - Inside the Other Side
Psychics, mediums, numerologists ... Do you believe people can see auras and receive messages from the other side? Dr. Phil's panel of well-known experts -- psychic and cosmic coach Dougall Fraiser, spiritual medium Rebecca Rosen, numerologist Glynis McCants and intuitive counselor Colette Baron-Reed -- say they have paranormal instincts and can prove it. Watch as they perform readings with Dr. Phil's guests and the studio audience -- are their insights accurate? Then, Jim Undertown, "professional skeptic" and founder of Independent Investigations Group, which scientifically tests paranormal claims, says he can disprove psychic ability and that he believes mediums take advantage of people's grief in an effort to make money. Will a staged social experiment support or challenge his claims? And, do we all possess the ability to read others? Find out! Plus, hear from a neuroscientist who says she can prove supernatural abilities are real. Are you a believer? Watch and weigh in!
May 25, 2012, midnight
S10E186 - Behind the Headlines
Dr. Phil goes behind the headlines with a former madam who tells all, a bank customer-turned-hero and a hotel guest who says she was sexually assaulted, and that the front desk handed her room key to her assailant. First, Laurie made national news when the FBI cracked down on her multimillion-dollar female escort business that she ran with her now ex-husband, Greg. After taking a plea deal for coercion of prostitution and money laundering charges, she says she served one day in prison and is now ready to come clean about what she claims really happens in the sex-for-sale industry. Then, Rich says he thought he was doing the right thing when he tackled a man with a gun who was attempting to rob a bank. See the moment when Rich decided to act -- It's all caught on video! Shot in the leg while trying to subdue the suspect, Rich says he was first labeled a hero, but things took a nasty turn when the bank allegedly failed to pay his medical bills. Rich sued the bank -- and then says he watc
May 28, 2012, midnight
S10E187 - "Bring Me Back My Hot, Sexy Spouse"
Ladies: Has your husband gone from stud to dud? Men: Has your wife gone from hot to not? Dr. Phil is joined by physicians in the health and beauty industry to bring you tips to get your body back in shape! First, Dr. Drew Ordon, co-host of the Emmy Award-winning daytime talk show, The Doctors, and author of the new book, Better in 7, published by The Doctors executive producer, Jay McGraw, shares some non-surgical treatments that may result in a flatter tummy, less cellulite, fewer wrinkles and more! Then, Amber says since the birth of her son nine months ago, she's tried every over-the-counter product to lose her unsightly stretch marks. She says the blemishes make her feel self-conscious and that as a result, her sex life is suffering. Can Dr. Phil and Dr. Ordon help this new mom improve her self-image? Plus, learn some home remedies from Better in 7 that may help you reduce dark circles, get clearer skin, and get a better night's sleep. And, Dr. Jeffry Life, author of The Life Plan,
May 29, 2012, midnight
S10E188 - Teen Mama Drama
(Original airdate: February 7, 2012)
Parents, pay attention: In the United States, one in six girls will become a teen mom, and oftentimes, the baby's father gets a free pass and is not held to the same responsibilities in raising the child. Eighteen-year-old Taten has no job, no phone, no car and no permanent place to live. What he does have is a 3-month old daughter with one teenage girl and a second child on the way, according to another. Autumn, 16, gave birth to Taten's daughter, Emma, in August and although Taten has cheated on her numerous times, and possibly fathered another child with her former best friend while she was pregnant with his baby, Autumn still wants Taten in her life. Caitlyn, 16, says she is currently five months pregnant with Taten's second child. Taten has his doubts. Taten says he wants to be with Autumn because he doesn't want to "tear their family apart," but admits that if their relationship doesn't work out, he might want to be willing to give it a shot
May 30, 2012, midnight
S10E189 - Majoring in Failure?
(Original airdate: October 24, 2011)
How old is too old to be living in your parents' house? Twenty-three-year-old Justin is a high school dropout who has lost 12 jobs and calls his family's basement home. Justin's stepfather, Bill, and his mother, Bonnie, say they don't understand why Justin has stopped trying to climb life's ladder of success, and are sick of trying to encourage him to move out and on with his life. Justin and his sister, Brianne, say their stepfather is a bully whose name-calling and tough love has backfired and made the situation worse. Bill says he's only trying to motivate Justin. Can Dr. Phil give these parents the tools they need to help Justin stand on his own two feet? And, Kris makes her living as a college prep advisor but admits she can't motivate her own sons to excel at anything other than mooching. In fact, both of her sons have dropped out of college! Twenty-year-old Charlie says he's racked up so many legal fees from the trouble he's caused that he c
May 31, 2012, midnight
S10E190 - A Father Accused: Who's Telling the Truth?
(Original airdate: November 11, 2011)
Horrific allegations are tearing a family apart -- but who is telling the truth? Todd says he was shocked and appalled when his ex-girlfriend's mother, Diana, accused him of molesting his 4-year-old daughter, Taniya, and turns to Dr. Phil to help clear his name. Diana says that while babysitting Taniya, the toddler detailed ways in which Todd inappropriately touched her, and she's convinced he's done the unthinkable. After learning of the accusations, Taniya's mom, Latia, reported the alleged sexual abuse to a judge who immediately stripped Todd of his parental rights -- but was justice served? Latia says that as much as she wants to believe Todd's innocence, as a mother, she needs to take every precaution to protect her child. A year has passed since he's seen his daughter, and Todd says he will go to any length to prove his innocence, including taking another a lie detector test — even though he's already passed one. He's adamant that Diana is l
June 1, 2012, midnight
S10E191 - Exes Behaving Badly
(Original airdate: October 27, 2011)
Insults, jealousy and bad behavior -- a couple on the brink of divorce asks Dr. Phil to help save their marriage. Mark made headlines for seeking revenge on his soon-to-be ex-wife, Sabrina, by posting an online advertisement that compares her to the used car he's trying to sell. In it, he pokes fun at her stretch marks, leathery exterior, motormouth and low-performance brain. Find out why, despite Sabrina's hurt feelings, he says he's proud of the ad. After sitting down with Dr. Phil, will he have a change of heart? Sabrina says their marriage has been a train wreck from the beginning when, on their honeymoon, she says Mark went out for drinks one evening and didn't return until morning. Where did he spend the night? Four months later, Mark filed for divorce, but the couple stayed together. Now, four years and two kids later, they say they've finally had enough of slinging insults and blame and are ready to call it quits again. What Dr. Phil recomm
June 4, 2012, midnight
S10E192 - Over-the-Top Moms?
(Original airdate: April 9, 2012)
A mom is supposed to love and nurture her children, but what if she's too involved? Reed, 33, says his mother, Margaret, is so meddling, manipulative and controlling that the day she dies will be a cause for celebration, not mourning. He claims she uses bribes to control his every move, including offering him $20,000 to divorce his first wife. Margaret admits that she can be pushy and difficult but says she just wants to see her son succeed in life. Is she really setting him up for failure? Does Reed really want to man-up and break free from his mother's grasp? And, is Margaret willing to let him go? Then, 35-year-old Anthony, star of the TLC reality show Mama's Boys of the Bronx, says he sees nothing wrong with living at home and letting his mom, Patti, wait on him hand and foot. How does Patti feel about their living arrangement? Will she ever kick Anthony out? Plus, hear how Anthony's lifestyle affects his dating life. If you know of a mother-son b
June 5, 2012, midnight
S10E193 - Sibling Rivalry and Abuse
(Original airdate: December 5, 2011)
When does sibling rivalry cross the line into abuse? Sheila, 54, says her daughters, Tamara, 37, Daria, 32, and Shirley, 29, take their fighting to the extreme. But the sisters say Sheila is a narcissist and sociopath who has pitted them against one another and failed as a mother. They say Sheila was an absentee mom who served jail time for beating one of them and turned a blind eye to the molestation of another -- and now they're resentful. See what happens when the fractured family faces one another. Can Dr. Phil help them start the healing process?
June 6, 2012, midnight
S10E194 - Saving Daniella
(Original airdate: December 14, 2011)
A mother and father desperate to save their daughter from her self-destructive behavior reach out to Dr. Phil for help. Terri and Bob say their 17-year-old daughter, Daniella, went from a sweet and innocent girl to a troubled and rebellious young woman who skips school, uses drugs and lashes out at them repeatedly. Daniella says she's struggling with her sexual identity and is afraid her parents won't accept her choices. Bob, who admits to using homophobic slurs in the past, says he loves his daughter regardless of her sexuality, and he just wants his little girl back. But did a recent argument tell a different story? What hurtful words pushed Daniella to run away from home? Watch as former Dr. Phil guests Debbie and Brandon track down Daniella and stage an intervention. Can they convince her to sit down with Dr. Phil? Will she get the acceptance she's seeking from her family?
June 7, 2012, midnight
S10E195 - Sugar Baby Students
(Original airdate: November 11, 2011)
Dr. Phil investigates the latest trend in online dating: sugar babies hooking up with sugar daddies. College girls and recent graduates who are struggling with mounting debt and a weak job market are turning to websites, such as SeekingArrangement.com, that introduce them to wealthy men who, in exchange for companionship -- and maybe sex -- help them pay their bills. Is this the Internet version of the world's oldest profession, or just a niche dating site? Four self-proclaimed sugar babies: Kristen, 21, Jennifer, 28, Janelle, 30, and Tracy, 31, passionately defend why their relationships differ from prostitution. Are their arranged monthly allowances and extravagant gifts the equivalent of being taken to fancy restaurants by a boyfriend or financially supported by a husband? Meet the creator of the website, Brandon, and hear why he says there's nothing wrong with these "mutually beneficial relationships." Former prosecutor and CNN analyst Sunny H
June 8, 2012, midnight
S10E196 - A Family Secret: A Brother's Apology
(Original airdate: November 2, 2011)
June 11, 2012, midnight
S10E197 - Generation Lazy?
(Original airdate: December 7, 2011)
June 12, 2012, midnight
S10E198 - Grandmas Feud over Becca's Baby
(Original airdate: October 20, 2011)
June 13, 2012, midnight
S10E199 - "Is My Teen Blinded by Love?"
(Original airdate: October 4, 2011)
June 14, 2012, midnight
S10E200 - Levi Johnston: Thrust Into the Spotlight
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June 15, 2012, midnight
S10E201 - Under the Influence
(Original airdate: January 23, 2012)
Kelli admits to drinking and driving on a regular basis and says shes tired of being lectured about it. On a typical night out, the 40-year-old mother of two admits shell consume as many as 13 beers before driving home, but says her high tolerance for alcohol allows her to drive safely. Watch what happens when Kelli is put to the test! Then, Sarah, 30, says she didnt think that she had a problem with alcohol, until she took an exit ramp at 72 mph and crash-landed upside down on a guard rail -- while driving under the influence. Initially given a zero-percent chance of survival, Sarah spent 77 days in the hospital and has since endured more than 44 surgeries, including two facial reconstructions. Dont miss Sarah's powerful message for Kelli -- will it make an impact? And, when Ryan Dunn, star of MTV's Jackass, died in an alcohol-related car crash, it rocked the entertainment world and left fans, friends and two families devastated. Often referre
June 18, 2012, midnight
S10E202 - Heaviest Woman on Record
(Original airdate: November 23, 2011)
At nearly 700 pounds, the first thing people notice about Pauline, 48, is her size, which has earned her the Guinness World Record title of heaviest living woman. But Pauline is also a mother, daughter and friend with hopes and dreams of a better life for herself and her 18-year-old son and caregiver, Dillon. At her current size, Pauline's mobility is severely challenged. Just a few steps cause her pain, and she needs her sons help to stand up, get dressed and even go to the bathroom. It took an ambulance, a second support vehicle and a five-man crew to help her make the 400-mile trip to the Dr. Phil studio. Pauline says that while it's a daunting task, shes ready to start losing the weight. But what does Dr. Phil think? And what does Dillon have to say? How does his mother's disability impact his life? Is he following in her footsteps? Then, Pauline's ex-husband, Alex, says he loved Pauline despite her weight, but it wasn't enough to save their
June 19, 2012, midnight
S10E203 - Cut the Cord
(Original airdate: February 14, 2012)
Rheta says her four-and-a-half-year marriage to Mark is headed down a rocky road, and her mother-in-law, Deb, is in the driver's seat. Rheta says it's time for Mark to cut the cord with the woman she calls deceitful, backstabbing, sneaky and controlling -- or else! Meanwhile, Deb says she hates Rheta, claiming she's violent, trashy and undeserving of her son. The tension between the women has escalated to blows on more than one occasion, leaving Mark literally in the middle. Where do his loyalties lie? Hear the drastic measures Deb has taken to get Rheta out of their lives. And, did Rheta reveal a secret in the hopes of ruining Deb's 31-year marriage? Is this a case of an overprotective mom overstepping her boundaries, or a wife's resentment getting the best of her? Dr. Phil mediates this war of words and helps to draw some lines in the sand. Whose side will Mark be on? Can this marriage and family be saved?
June 20, 2012, midnight
S10E204 - "Will My Mother-in-Law Destroy My Marriage?"
(Original airdate: February 15, 2012)
In part two of this series, Rheta says her deceitful, backstabbing, meddling mother-in-law, Deb, is going to destroy her marriage if her husband, Mark, doesn't cut the cord. Rheta says she's so fed up with their mother-and-son bond that she's filed for divorce, shredded her wedding vows and has even come to blows with Deb on several occasions. Mark agrees that his mother is too involved, but can he break ties while Deb holds the purse strings? Does paying the couple's rent and providing them with a car give Deb license to criticize Rheta and try to set Mark up with other women? Rheta says that on some days, she and Mark are best friends, but their arguments get so heated that they've turned physical -- in front of their three children. Will a grand gesture from Mark keep Rheta from walking away? Can Rheta and Deb mend fences?
June 21, 2012, midnight
S10E205 - Parental Abuse?
(Original airdate: February 29, 2012)
Dr. Phil's guests say theyre tired of enduring abuse from their grown children. First, Debbie says her 31-year-old daughter, Amy, is verbally and physically abusive toward her, steals from her and has even threatened to burn her house down. Amy, who lives in Debbie's home with her two children, admits she can be cruel to her mom but says Debbie is mean and critical and makes her feel like a failure. When tempers get hot, see who storms offstage! Can Dr. Phil help this mom and daughter broker a peace? Then, JoAnn says her son, Jonathan, a former corrections officer, treats her like an inmate, intimidates her with his size and scares her with his rage. She says he uses her grandson as a pawn to be spiteful toward her and worries the boy may get hurt in the crossfire. Jonathan admits he struggles with his anger, but blames his mother for constantly pushing his buttons. He says she needs to back off and let him parent his own son. Can Dr. Phil help t
June 22, 2012, midnight
S10E206 - "My Lover, My Abuser"
(Original airdate: February 21, 2012)
June 25, 2012, midnight
S10E207 - Won't Do "I Do" Until ...
(Original airdate: October 25, 2011)
June 26, 2012, midnight
S10E209 - Missing for a Decade: A Girl Held Captive
(Original airdate: October 11, 2011)
June 28, 2012, midnight
S10E210 - Missing for a Decade: The Girl Escapes
(Original airdate: October 12, 2011)
June 29, 2012, midnight
S10E211 - "Our Teen is Tearing the Family Apart"
(Original airdate: October 19, 2011)
July 2, 2012, midnight
S10E212 - Murder of a Preacher's Wife
(Original airdate: December 9, 2011)
July 3, 2012, midnight
S10E213 - Brat Ban
(Original airdate: September 12, 2011)
July 4, 2012, midnight
S10E214 - Tarnished Tiaras: Beauty Queens Gone Bad
(Original airdate: January 13, 2012)
July 5, 2012, midnight
S10E215 - The Cost of Beauty
(Original airdate: September 21, 2011)
July 6, 2012, midnight
S10E216 - Torn Between Two Bridesmaids
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July 9, 2012, midnight
S10E217 - Is My Child a Star?
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July 10, 2012, midnight
S10E218 - Is My Child a Star? Part 2
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July 11, 2012, midnight
S10E219 - Mad Men
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July 12, 2012, midnight
S10E220 - Parents Caught Crossing the Line?
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July 13, 2012, midnight
S10E221 - The Girl in the Closet
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July 16, 2012, midnight
S10E222 - Monster In-Laws
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July 17, 2012, midnight
S10E223 - Plastic Disaster
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July 18, 2012, midnight
S10E224 - 17 and Out of Control
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July 19, 2012, midnight
S10E225 - The Six Quickest Ways to Ruin a Marriage
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July 20, 2012, midnight
S10E226 - Beauty Queen Hits Rock Bottom
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July 23, 2012, midnight
S10E227 - Held Captive?
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July 24, 2012, midnight
S10E228 - Starving to Death
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July 25, 2012, midnight
S10E229 - Discipline Video: A Daughter's New Accusations against the Judge
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July 26, 2010, midnight
S10E230 - Bring Me Back My Hot, Sexy Spouse"
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July 27, 2012, midnight
S10E231 - Inside the Other Side
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July 30, 2012, midnight
S10E232 - Unforgivable Acts?
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July 31, 2012, midnight
S10E233 - On Top of the World and Self-Destructive
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Aug. 1, 2012, midnight
S10E234 - Questionable Cigarette Burns and Calls to CPS!
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Aug. 2, 2012, midnight
S10E235 - A Sister's Accusation: An Onstage Confrontation
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Aug. 3, 2012, midnight
S10E236 - Rhode Island Girl Fight
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Aug. 6, 2012, midnight
S10E237 - Open Marriage
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Aug. 7, 2012, midnight
S10E238 - Did He or Didn't He? Inside a Murder Confession
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Aug. 8, 2012, midnight
S10E239 - Heroes in Pain
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Aug. 9, 2012, midnight
S10E240 - Daddy's Little Girl
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Aug. 10, 2012, midnight
S10E241 - A Football Star's Daddy Drama
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Aug. 13, 2012, midnight
S10E242 - Mom under Suspicion
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Aug. 14, 2012, midnight
S10E243 - Murder of a Las Vegas Showgirl
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Aug. 15, 2012, midnight
S10E244 - A Most Unusual Love Triangle
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Aug. 16, 2012, midnight
S10E245 - From Wall Street Trader to Bank Robber
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Aug. 17, 2012, midnight
S10E246 - My Husband, My Kids and My Multiple Personalities"
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Aug. 20, 2012, midnight
S10E247 - Double Trouble: Violent Twins
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Aug. 21, 2012, midnight
S10E248 - Model Mom Calls Her Religion a Cult
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Aug. 22, 2012, midnight
S10E249 - Khalood is Back, and You Won't Believe It!
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Aug. 23, 2012, midnight
S10E250 - Too Much of a Good Thing
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Aug. 24, 2012, midnight
S10E251 - Mother-in-Law Mayhem
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Aug. 27, 2012, midnight
S10E252 - Fix It or End It Today
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Aug. 28, 2012, midnight
S10E253 - From Teenage Star to Addicted and Homeless
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Aug. 29, 2012, midnight
S10E254 - Grand Canyon Child Abuse
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Aug. 30, 2012, midnight
S10E255 - Caught on Tape: A Mom's Out-of-Control Rage
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Aug. 31, 2012, midnight
S10E256 - Teen Trends: Killer Numbers
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Sept. 3, 2012, midnight
Network: Syndication
Episode Runtime: 56 min.
Season Runtime: 199696 min.
Released: Sept. 16, 2002
Last Air Date: May 25, 2023, midnight
Status: Ended
Certification: TV-PG / 10+
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