Best Of Dr. Phil

They threaten, scream, intimidate and even bite. They are not tantrum-throwing tots ... they are bullying dads! For more information: https://www.drphil.com/ Interested in advertising on the show? https://www.advertisecast.com/TheBestOfDrPhil Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Cindy tells her own alcohol history. Sarah emerges from her addiction haze. Dr. Phil reunites the twins with Perry, their father. Leaving The Dr. Phil House, a stop at the studios and a goodbye to Dr. Phil, the twins head to separate rehab centers. Part 3 For more information: https://www.drphil.com/ Interested in advertising on the show? https://www.advertisecast.com/TheBestOfDrPhil Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

One day off heroin Sarah begins painful withdrawals. Tecoa struggles with drug cravings while two weeks clean and six months pregnant. Are Dr. Phil's efforts sabotaged between the twins? Dr. Phil shows the girls a terrifying look into their future. Part 2 For more information: https://www.drphil.com/ Interested in advertising on the show? https://www.advertisecast.com/TheBestOfDrPhil Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dr. Phil sits down with mom Cindy with footage of her daughter Sarah's street life: prostitution, smoking crack cocaine and shooting heroin. Twin Tecoa tells how it began. Off the streets and into The Dr. Phil House, will the girls commit to rehab? Part 1 For more information: https://www.drphil.com/ Interested in advertising on the show? https://www.advertisecast.com/TheBestOfDrPhil Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Meet three women ready to divorce controlling, chauvinistic husbands. At Dr. Phil's Man Camp, an intensive week-long stay in The Dr. Phil House, can these couples repair the damage from their toxic attitudes, explosive fights and abusive behaviors? Part 5 For more information: https://www.drphil.com/ Interested in advertising on the show? https://www.advertisecast.com/TheBestOfDrPh Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Meet three women ready to divorce controlling, chauvinistic husbands. At Dr. Phil's Man Camp, an intensive week-long stay in The Dr. Phil House, can these couples repair the damage from their toxic attitudes, explosive fights and abusive behaviors? Part 4 For more information: https://www.drphil.com/ Interested in advertising on the show? https://www.advertisecast.com/TheBestOfDrPh Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Meet three women ready to divorce controlling, chauvinistic husbands. At Dr. Phil's Man Camp, an intensive week-long stay in The Dr. Phil House, can these couples repair the damage from their toxic attitudes, explosive fights and abusive behaviors? Part 3 For more information: https://www.drphil.com/ Interested in advertising on the show? https://www.advertisecast.com/TheBestOfDrPh Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Meet three women ready to divorce controlling, chauvinistic husbands. At Dr. Phil's Man Camp, an intensive week-long stay in The Dr. Phil House, can these couples repair the damage from their toxic attitudes, explosive fights and abusive behaviors? Part 2 For more information: https://www.drphil.com/ Interested in advertising on the show? https://www.advertisecast.com/TheBestOfDrPhil Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Meet three women ready to divorce controlling, chauvinistic husbands. At Dr. Phil's Man Camp, an intensive week-long stay in The Dr. Phil House, can these couples repair the damage from their toxic attitudes, explosive fights and abusive behaviors? Part 1 For more information: https://www.drphil.com/ Interested in advertising on the show? https://www.advertisecast.com/TheBestOfDrPhil Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Manipulative, violent, controlling, downright diabolical. These are words Anna-Laura uses to describe her mother-in-law Janice. She says Janice is forcing her husband Morgan to choose between his mother and his wife. What can this family do to get along? For more information: https://www.drphil.com/ Interested in advertising on the show? https://www.advertisecast.com/TheBestOfDrPhil Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

When you imagine getting an inheritance, you might assume all your financial problems would be solved. But can the money be more trouble than it's worth? For more information: https://www.drphil.com/ Interested in advertising on the show? https://www.advertisecast.com/TheBestOfDrPhil Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Do you constantly have to compromise to get along with your mate? Do you feel like you have to give up a vital part of yourself to be in a relationship? Dr. Phil talks to controlling guests, and the loved ones who feel trapped by them. For more information: https://www.drphil.com/ Interested in advertising on the show? https://www.advertisecast.com/TheBestOfDrPhil Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dr. Phil follows up with Charles and Tracy. After coming to the conclusion that his dream of being shared by his wife and mistress was never going to happen, did Charles follow through and end his relationship with the other woman? Part 2 For more information: https://www.drphil.com/ Interested in advertising on the show? https://www.advertisecast.com/TheBestOfDrPhil Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Can a man introduce another woman into his marriage and form a healthy, "triangular" relationship, in which he is shared by his wife and his mistress? Part 1 For more information: https://www.drphil.com/ Interested in advertising on the show? https://www.advertisecast.com/TheBestOfDrPhil Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Do couples give up too easily on marriage? More newlyweds, married only a few months, are pulling off their wedding bands and calling it quits. Dr. Phil's guests haven't even been married a year, and are already wondering if they made the right decision. For more information: https://www.drphil.com/ Interested in advertising on the show? https://www.advertisecast.com/TheBestOfDrPhil Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What makes a good wife? Is it cooking, cleaning, raising the kids and having great sex? Dr. Phil says too few couples understand what it means to be a "Mrs." He delves into the role of the wife in 2005. For more information: https://www.drphil.com/ Interested in advertising on the show? https://www.advertisecast.com/TheBestOfDrPhil Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

When you and you're beloved say "I do," it's "for better or worse." But what happens when all you feel is the "worse" part and wind up trapped in a bad marriage? For more information: https://www.drphil.com/ Interested in advertising on the show? https://www.advertisecast.com/TheBestOfDrPhil Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The tense family drama continues. Dr. Phil sent Private Investigator Harold Copus thousands of miles through three countries including the jungles of Belize to find two sisters, Allene and Mollie, who were abducted by their father one year ago. Part 3 For more information: https://www.drphil.com/ Interested in advertising on the show? https://www.advertisecast.com/TheBestOfDrPhil Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Join Dr. Phil on a search for two missing girls abducted by their father. Private Investigator Harold Copus travels thousands of miles and through a jungle. Will this search lead to the girls? Who has them and more disturbingly, for what purpose? For more information: https://www.drphil.com/ Interested in advertising on the show? https://www.advertisecast.com/TheBestOfDrPhil Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dr. Phil shines a light on missing children. Some are taken by strangers, but more frequently a parent is the one to abduct them - too often with terrifying results. For more information: https://www.drphil.com/ Interested in advertising on the show? https://www.advertisecast.com/TheBestOfDrPhil Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Imagine cleaning your house for hours on end, washing your hands up to 30 times a day -- sometimes until they bleed -- and having the urge to repeatedly check that doors are locked and appliances are turned off. This may sound like extreme behavior, but 2.2 million American adults live with a debilitating illness known as obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). Learn the warning signs and what you can do to overcome anxiety. Lisa says she’s so petrified of germs that she scrubs her kitchen floor four to five times a day and constantly washes her hands. She even homeschools her three young children because she’s afraid that being around other kids will make them sick! Her husband, Khristian, fears that they’re raising a bunch of “shut ins” who will be terrified of going out into the real world. Will Lisa be able to manage her disease and move forward with her life? Plus, Phyllis, a former guest, says she cleaned 16 hours a day and rarely left her home. Find out how she’s doing today, and hear the advice she has for Lisa. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The current economic crisis has everyone on edge. It’s more important than ever to talk to your kids about money, and today,Dr. Phil gives you the tools you need to have that conversation.His first guests, Lora and Kris, say they want help because their 15-year-old daughter, Katy, loves to shop –-with their money –-and she doesn’t take care of the items she buys. She’s already on her second iPhone, second iPod and third laptop! Katy admits she’s a little spoiled but says every teenager wants nice things. Lora and Kris admit they have a hard time telling their daughter no. How will Katy do when asked to balance the family budget? Then, Dr. Phil leads a round table discussion about money with a group of fourth and fifth graders. Find out their reactions when they learn how many bags of groceries you could buy with the amount of money it costs for an iPod. Plus, financial expert Susan Beacham shares the dos and don’ts for teaching kids about money. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bleach, bologna and super glue --Do you know what these items have in common? They have all been used by people to get revenge against another. Dr. Phil, along with criminal defense attorney Anthony Pope and revenge expert and blogger Dr. Gina Barreca, delve into headline-making revenge stories of retribution, like the women from Wisconsin who were arrested for using super glue on a man's private parts, and Michael Brewer, a 15-year-old who was badly burned after telling police that boys stole his dad's bike. Next, Todd says months after he separated from his wife, Deborah, she took revenge against him, and he landed in jail. He says now it's payback time, but find out why he doesn't act like it. Then, hear Deborah's side. When Dr. Phil drills down, will she admit to criminal activities? You won't believe the strange behavior of both Deborah and Todd. Anthony and Gina weigh-in on this battle, but they see it way differently. And, a woman tried to get even with her husband's ex-wife, but the outcome wasn't what she expected. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

"I wanted to make someone jealous." "I was bored." "I wanted to feel closer to God." These are some of the 237 reasons why women say they have sex. In her new book, Why Women Have Sex, Dr. Cindy Meston lists the good, bad, silly and shocking reasons that women do the deed. She and Dr. Jennifer Berman, a sexual health expert, join Dr. Phil to talk about women and sex, and offer advice to couples with differing libidos. To get an idea of how women feel about having sex, Dr. Phil sends comedienne Kathleen Madigan to talk to women on the street. You may be surprised to hear some of the reasons women are intimate. Next, meet Maribel and Jeff. She says her number one reason to have sex is because she likes it.She's gone to great lengths, from dressing sexy to undergoing surgery, to engage her husband, but he's not interested. Jeff says he resists because he's worried he's going to have another heart attack. But is there an underlying reason why he refuses to make love to his wife? Then, Deanna says she only wants sex one way, but her husband Robert complains he's bored with the routine. What do they need to do to come together in the bedroom? And find out the top five reasons women have sex and how they compare to men's reasons. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dr. Phil and HLN’s Nancy Grace dissect recent headlines that they believe demonstrate how the system has failed. What if you found out your child was allegedly molested by a man after he’d been on the radar with police, the state medical board, the Attorney General’s office and even his own family and colleagues? How does this happen, and what can parents do to protect their kids? Then, girl-on-girl fighting has increased alarmingly, and some brawls are even videotaped and posted online. Tessa was 14 when she was beaten by a classmate while being videotaped. The video ended up on YouTube. So why didn’t they prosecute? And, why did three security guards in Seattle do nothing to intervene when a 15-year-old girl was savagely attacked and mugged by other girls in front of them? And wait until you hear who else failed to help – it may leave you asking, “What is wrong with people?” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Are your extravagant ways about to send you to the poorhouse? Dr. Phil explains the five biggest financial mistakes you could be making. Brad and Yvonne had a 3,200 square foot house, went on expensive vacations and hosted lavish parties for their friends. Now they say they live in a trailer in Yvonne’s parents’ backyard. In spite of their dire financial straits, Yvonne says her husband still wants to purchase a $1,800 watch! What’s behind Brad’s urge to splurge? Can the couple ever get out from under their mound of debt? And, the economic downturn is even forcing the wealthy to downsize. Dr. Phil talks to Vicki, Gina and Lynne of the Real Housewives of Orange County about how the cash crunch is affecting them. Find out what happened when Gina asked Vicki to borrow money. Plus, a top Hollywood divorce attorney shares some of the top mistakes women make when it comes to money and marriage. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

When you think of negotiations, you may think of men in suits and corporate boardrooms, but negotiating happens every day -- even in your own house. Dr. Phil helps his guests negotiate everything from time spent watching football, to where a student gets to attend college, to the price of that new car and even what organs a spouse can donate when they pass away! Learn the principles of making a deal, how to compromise to get what you want and the biggest mistakes you can make when buying a new car. Plus, learn the five things you might not realize you can bargain for. Stop getting ripped off and start negotiating! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It’s a five-letter word that can come between loved ones and divide families forever: M-O-N-E-Y! Dr. Phil speaks with guests battling over inheritances and prenuptial agreements. Kathy says her father, Ed, betrayed her by losing close to a million dollars, which should’ve been her inheritance. Ed says he invested the money with his son, which didn’t turn out the way he planned and admits he wasn’t honest with his family about his financial decisions. Kathy says some of that money was meant for her children’s college funds, and she’s not sure she can ever forgive him. And, Stacy wants to know if she divorces her husband, will she be owed more than what her prenuptial agreement stipulates given her unique circumstances? Legal analyst Lisa Bloom weighs in on these money matters. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What if you once embraced a lifestyle so terrible and so violent that it cost you your family, your friends and your freedom? Can you ever get over your past and make things right? Dr. Phil talks to two men who face this struggle. Tad and Josh joined ranks with white supremacists and neo-Nazi groups. Embracing hatred, they shut out anyone who didn’t share their views. Tired of feeling angry and empty, these men now want to turn their lives around. But is it too late to expect forgiveness? And can they forgive themselves? Don’t miss this powerful show! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What if you could find out if your man is at a higher risk for infidelity before you married him? Controversial research suggests there is a cheating gene, and certain tests can tell you if your partner may carry it! Angela says if she knew her husband, Jose, was going to be a cheater, she never would have married him. Jose has admitted to cheating eight times and claims he’s addicted to pornography. Is he choosing his behavior, or is it possible his brain is actually wired this way? Jose is put to the test. Will a simple brain scan tell Angela everything she needs to know about her husband’s cheating ways? Dr. Phil’s panel of medical experts discuss the new science behind a cheater’s brain and what can be done about it if your loved one is at a higher risk. Plus, learn the simple test to see if your partner is at risk just by looking at his hands! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Married couples, listen up! Learn the top three mistakes you’re making that could have long-lasting negative effects on your relationship. Orlando and Sarah say they fight constantly, and their conflict never gets resolved. One spat turned physical and had their 2 1/2-year-old daughter in tears. Learn the eight non-negotiable rules all couples need to follow to fight fair. Next, Nikio and Nedra have two sets of twins under age 4, and Nikio says his wife undermines his authority when he’s disciplining the kids. Nedra says her spouse’s punishments are too harsh. Dr. Phil shares his thoughts about spanking. Plus, Marilyn Logan, the renowned “Money Lady,” reveals the biggest financial mistakes you could be making. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

When you’re a bride-to-be, planning your wedding can be an emotional time for you and your parents. But what happens when your family members are not exactly jumping for joy over your upcoming nuptials? From a mom who is worried her daughter is rushing into a marriage with a complete stranger to a bride who says her father is ruining her big day, Dr. Phil helps families figure out how to keep the happiest day in a young couple’s life from turning into a nightmare.And, are you sure you're preparing for a marriage and not just a wedding? Find out the questions you must ask yourself before walking down the aisle. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Are you more of an extrovert or do you tend to be neurotic? Learn about the five basic dimensions of personality, and take the Big 5 Test to determine which category you fall in! Brian is a mild-mannered fun husband and father, but when he sits behind the wheel, he says he gets so angry and aggressive that he constantly sprays other cars with windshield wiper fluid --going through as much as three gallons of fluid every week!Can he put the brakes on his temper before someone gets hurt? Next, meet Sam Gosling, professor of psychology and author of Snoop: What Your Stuff Says about You. See what he learns about the Dr. Phil staff and Dr. Phil when he snoops through the office! And, body language expert Dr. Lillian Glass analyzes Darcy and Craig's behavior on a date. Is this couple of seven months compatible for the long haul? Plus, learn how to mesh your personality with someone who's opposite of you, and take a quiz to find out your dog personality! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

How much should looking good factor into your relationship? Today’s guests say appearance matters, and their mate is not up to their standards! Sandi says after six years of marriage, she misses her husband, Otto’s, six-pack. He says working -- not working out -- is a priority for him, and nothing will satisfy his wife, who rates herself a 20 out of 10. But the couple does agree on one thing: whatever Sandi wants, Sandi gets. Will Otto agree to hit the gym? Then, Dawn worked hard to shed 150 pounds, and when the new svelte Dawn met Paul, sparks flew! He thought she was hot -- until she undressed. What is she hiding? Plus, discover why Dr. Phil wrestles with his decision to help Dawn and Paul. And, Cynthia says she’s embarrassed by her boyfriend’s outdated wardrobe, and refuses to be seen with him in public! Can a professional makeover change her opinion? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dr. Phil’s guests say the green-eyed monster is tearing apart their marriage. First, Paula claims she has been nothing but unwaveringly loyal to her husband, Mike, but he still questions her fidelity. This jealous husband admits he placed listening devices in the home, has set up surveillance cameras to follow her and has subjected Paula to not one, but two polygraph tests. Find out what other devices Mike uses to track his wife and why he’s so paranoid. Plus, when Paula gets a third polygraph by a Dr. Phil expert, will Mike's suspicions finally be confirmed? Then, Tara says she’s suspicious of her husband, Andrew. Can Dr. Phil help fill the void of trust in these relationships before it's too late? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dr. Phil’s guests say they have a moocher in their midst, but they don’t know how to kick this freeloader to the curb! Karen and Rex say they’re tired of their 24-year-old twins, Andrew and Justin, living under their roof. They say their sons don’t pay for rent, groceries or utilities, and to make matters worse are disrespectful and verbally abusive. The twins feel their parents owe them a lavish lifestyle, and say their father never enforces the eviction notices he gives them, so why would they ever leave? Will the couple be empowered to kick their grown kids out of their house? Then, siblings Kermeth, Patrice and Portia say they’re fed up with their younger brother, George, bumming off their mom. They say he can’t keep a job, lives rent free and even stole his niece’s TV and sold it for gas money! George says he feels like the family outcast, and he’s doing the best he can. Can Dr. Phil help this family get their little brother get back on track? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What’s a woman to do when her spouse is constantly standing over her shoulder and nitpicking everything she does? Michelle says her husband, Jim, has controlled her for the 15 years that they’ve been together, and she’s fed up with his faultfinding. She says he tells her what to wear, how much she should eat, and even uses a GPS to track her whereabouts! Jim admits that his behavior is out of control and fears that he could be pushing his wife out the door. Why is he so critical of Michelle, and can Dr. Phil get the judgmental hubby to change his ways? Then, Sally says her husband, John, is so controlling that she spends most of her days picking up dust bunnies from the floor and only speaking when he allows her to. John says cleanliness is next to godliness and believes control is a matter of perception. See what causes him to go toe to toe with Dr. Phil! Will the couple get the help they’re seeking? It’s an explosive Dr. Phil you don’t want to miss! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ladies: What’s the key to succeeding in life --beauty or brains? Dr. Phil, along with CBS legal analyst and author of Think: Straight Talk for Women to Stay Smart in a Dumbed-Down World,Lisa Bloom, shares words of wisdom for women who embrace superficial values to get ahead. Tiffany says looking beautiful is her number one priority, and she’ll do anything to become a reality star. She says she underwent gastric bypass surgery, lip injections and Botox --all in the pursuit of perfection. When Dr. Phil gives her a reality check she didn’t bargain for, can she handle the truth? Find out why this discussion gets cut short.Then, learn why former American Idol contestant Jessica Sierra says she’s haunted by her venture into the Hollywood spotlight. She has a strong message for women who say they’ll do anything to get ahead. And, it’s the return of Josie --one of Dr. Phil’s most talked about and controversial guests! Has the self-admitted spoiled and entitled girl changed her ways? Watch what happens when Lisa takes her to task for her inflammatory remarks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As the nursery rhyme goes, "Sugar and spice and everything nice -- that’s what little girls are made of." But what happens when little girls turn into big bullies? Dr. Phil examines why young girls are becoming cruel, mean and bossy, and he has help from the co-stars of Mean Girls 2, Maiara Walsh and Meaghan Martin. First up, Sheila says her daughter, Kayla, threatens other kids at school, steals their lunch and punches them -- and she’s only 9! But little Kayla says her 11-year-old sister, Haley, is the real bully. Find out why, and learn what’s behind the sisters’ mean girl attitudes. Plus, were Maiara and Meaghan ever bullied as kids? The actresses reveal painful playground memories and share tips to help young ladies empower themselves. And, Dr. Phil explains what parents can do when their daughter feels excluded by the popular girls at school. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Parents, are you worried your son or daughter’s frequent nights out on the town might be more than harmless fun? Believe it or not, binge drinking is not just a normal phase that college-aged kids go through. Kressa is extremely worried about her 20-year old daughter, Layla, who dropped out of college, started mixing drugs and alcohol and crashed multiple vehicles while driving under the influence. Layla, who has tried to get sober many times, says she loves the party lifestyle and has been waiting her whole life to be like the bad girls she sees on reality television. Can Dr. Phil deliver a wake-up call to Layla before she kills herself or someone else? Tiphany, a paraplegic, has a sobering message to deliver to the young woman. Then, Josh, 24, says he is addicted to shopping and has acquired nearly $100,000 in debt -- all to maintain his image as an up-and-coming recording artist. Don’t miss Dr. Phil’s strong words for these 20-somethings! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

How old is too old to be living in your parents' basement? 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 can’t afford to move out, and his 19-year-old brother, Cody, appears to be following in his footsteps. Can these parents help their adult children find their independence? Don't miss Dr. Phil's advice for parents who want to raise motivated and contributing adults! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Tiffany is a beautiful 23-year-old who says that using drugs makes her feel complete, but 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 kick her substance abuse once and for all. Her parents, Susie and Ken, believed Tiffany stopped using drugs on her own, but she recently confessed that she’s been abusing Suboxone, a drug used to treat opiate addictions, and now she wants Dr. Phil’s help to confess an even bigger secret --she uses heroin every day and steals from her parents to support her habit. Ken, a police detective, says he’s embarrassed to have an addict for a daughter, but admit she still financially supports Tiffany by paying her bills, insurance and even buying her a new car. Is Tiffany finally ready to commit to getting healthy for good? What underlying family issues are contributing to her illness? And, who does Tiffany blame for her downward spiral? Dr. Phil spells out the roles and responsibilities of each family member when a loved one is addicted. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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? Weigh in at DrPhil.com! (link: http://community.drphil.com/) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kayla, 18, and Vincent, 17, say that they dated for just four months before Kayla discovered she was pregnant. Shortly before giving birth to Milo, now 9 months, the young couple broke up. Kayla's mom, Jill, and stepdad, Mike, believe Kayla got pregnant intentionally, to earn a role on one of the popular teen pregnancy reality TV shows --a claim Kayla denies. Kayla says as a teen mom, she quickly realized she was in over her head and signed custody of Milo over to her mom.Jill and Mike say that Kayla is immature and would rather party than be a mother. Can Dr. Phil get Kayla to step up and be the mom her son needs? Then, Vincent joins the show with his father,Lewis. Who do they believe should be raising Milo? And, is Vincent doing all he can to be a good father?Plus, do you think TV shows about teen mothers glamorize or prevent teen pregnancy? Log on to DrPhil.com and vote! And, tune in to learn about the three most important conversations that you must have with your daughter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Learning your spouse is a cheater is devastating, but how do you recover when his lover is also your best friend? Carly, 22, and her 24-year-old husband, Mikey, say they fell in love as teens and tied the knot seven years later. The young wife says that she and Mikey were happy newlyweds until eight months after their wedding, she found him in bed with her best friend and bridesmaid, Jessica. Caught in the act, Jessica, 24, claimed that it was the first and only time --but was it? Carly says she later learned that the single stint between the sheets had spiraled into a no-limits love affair, and now she feels like she's stuck in the middle. Can her marriage survive? What about her friendship? Mikey admits he’s in love with both women, and doesn’t know who to choose. Desperate for a resolution, he reached out to Dr. Phil for guidance. Can Dr. Phil help him decide? Plus, Jessica filed for divorce from her husband --Mikey's cousin, with whom she has a child --and says she’ll fight to be with Mikey no matter what it takes. Watch sparks fly as Dr. Phil untangles a web of deceit that's tearing apart both friends and families. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Never a bridesmaid, always a bride? Some women may dream of having Monette's problem: She's a bride-to-be preparing for her eleventh trip down the aisle! What's her secret to inspiring so many men to pop the question? It may sound like she's reliving a fairytale, but once the "honeymoon" is over, why can’t she make the marriages stick? This time, Monette says her relationship with her fiancé, Anthony, is different, and she's preparing an elaborate dream wedding themed around the number 11–scheduled for 11/11/11 with 11 bridesmaids and 11 groomsmen. But Anthony says he has concerns about Monette's past repeating itself. Is the couple spending too much time planning the wedding --and not the marriage? Dr. Phil outlines critical warning signs that may indicate the outcome of this relationship. Will he ease Anthony’s nerves, or send him running for the hills? And, Monette's daughter, Mercedes, 19, says she's worried about the effects that yet another marriage could have on her teenage brother. Plus, Monette's bridesmaids chime in on their friend’s eagerness to tie the knot. Is it all in good fun, or is there more at stake? Then, Stacey and Stephen came to Dr. Phil to discuss their future as a couple, but an incident the night before their appearance landed her on the show alone, and Stephen in jail! Find out what happened. Plus, are you ready for marriage? Don't miss Dr. Phil's advice for couples preparing for their big day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Is your marriage headed down the aisle of divorce? Denise says she and her husband of two years, Rick, are physically abusive, constantly argue, rarelyhave sex and are in so much debt, they're struggling to pay the bills and keep food on the table for their five children. Denise claims Rick is controlling, deceitful and may be facing prison time for money-related charges. Rick says Denise is just as much to blame for their marriage's meltdown. He claims she threatens to sleep with other men and enables her mother, Sandy, to instigate their arguments. Hear why Sandy says she refuses to stop intervening. Is she a meddling mom, or justified in worrying about her daughter's safety? You may be surprised by Dr. Phil's advice for this family. Plus, learn the six quickest ways Dr. Phil says couples ruin their marriages. Is your relationship at risk? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We all love to look our best, but how much is too much to spend on your appearance? Thirty-one-year-old bodybuilder Michael says he’s already spent $10,000 this year on tanning, vitamins, health food, hair transplants and Botox. Now he wants a $5,000 full-body hair removal procedure, but his wife, RoseAnn, refuses to support it. She says Michael’s pricey pampering has racked up thousands in debt and that he spends more time in the gym than with his own children. Fed up with his superficiality, RoseAnn says Michael needs a reality check and thinks Dr. Phil is the man for the job. Can he help Michael learn to put his family first? Then, Todd admits that he craves attention from women and can’t stop cheating on his girlfriend, Christina, who is pregnant with their first child. He says as a part-time disc jockey, women constantly flirt with him, and he worries that he’ll never be faithful. Hear what Dr. Phil calls the real reason for Michael’s infidelity and his shocking advice for Christina. If you or anyone you know is addicted to attention, this is one wake-up call you don’t want to miss! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices