Dr. Phil Show Summary, Upcoming Episodes and TV Guide

A woman tells how she became addicted to Xanax and Oxycodone and later learned the pills were laced with deadly synthetic opioid fentanyl; a former drug dealer gives his perspective on the dangers of buying drugs; families share tragic stories.

Dr Phil shares how more than 23,000 young people age out of the US foster care system every year; two women say they faced challenges in the foster care system and ageing out of it; one gets the surprise of a lifetime.

Dr Phil continues to provide thrilling updates on the past guests that viewers enquire about the most.

Andrew Tate is known for his misogynistic social media posts and videos; discusses whether parents should worry about Tate's influence on their sons; a group of teenage boys surprise their mothers when they share what they think about Tate.

Doreen's son, John Giuca, and Yvette's brother, Billie Allen, have spent half their lives in prison for crimes they say they did not commit, and both women say they will stop at nothing to get their loved ones out of prison.

Dr. Phil and his wife Robin answer questions and address rumours from their fans, as well as questions and tributes from some of their celebrity friends.

Some say critical race theory (CRT) admonishes all white people for being oppressors while classifying all Black people as hopelessly oppressed victims, but others say it must be taught to children because future generations could be hurt without it.

Anti-immigrant sentiment and anti-Latino hate crimes; a couple say a woman terrorized them for a year; experts discuss rhetoric, misinformation, hostile speech and disrespect; Jason Tatenhove (book 'The Perils of Extremism').

Terri has been waiting two years for her millionaire boyfriend, Ricardo, whom she has never met in person, to return home from Canada with their Bitcoin investment; updates on some former Dr. Phil guests who were scammed.

James Addie, a husband and father, lived a double life, leading to the murder of his fiancée 48 hours before their wedding day; his two families meet to pick up the broken pieces of their lives.

Teri says she was attacked by former friend Valina's dog, while Valina says that Teri exaggerated her injuries so much that her dog had to be euthanized; a woman tells of being attacked by a client's two dogs.

How product and service influencers persuade people to spend money; perspectives from an influencer, a marketing specialist and a spending coach; Brendan Gahan, Chief Innovation Officer at Mekanism.

Whether transgender students should be allowed to use bathrooms corresponding with their identities; how old children should be when learning about gender identity in school; whether parents should make decisions on what their kids learn and when.

Activists, writers, educators and descendants discuss giving financial reparations to African Americans.

The recent movement, originating in the activism of transgender advocates, to replace the word 'woman' with gender-neutral terms causes a growing concern among women born biologically female that the language changes are allowing women to be erased.

Did you know that your emotions could be damaging your heart, and you might not find out until it's too late? Dr. Phil reveals information that could save your life or someone you love. First, Dr. Phil meets Emily, a self-professed workaholic, whose motto is a good time is earned after everything on her multiple to-do lists is completed to perfection. Was the stress of her highly productive lifestyle the cause of her recent heart attack? Emily's best friend, Jeff, joins the conversation because he says he is worried Emily may suffer another heart attack if she doesn't de-stress her life. Then, parents Meghan and Tyler discuss how Tyler's cardiac issues arose after the tragic death of their 5-year-old son. Find out if his grief and sadness may have caused his heart to literally 'break.' Lastly, Dr. Phil speaks with Dr. John Whyte about his new book, 'Take Control of Your Heart Disease Risk,' which tackles how mental health and the heart are inextricably linked.

Dr. Phil discusses forced labor in prisons: should it end because it is punitive -- and even abusive -- or should it be seen as a productive way for some prisoners to spend their days and invest in their future? Jorge Renaud, director of Latino Justice, and Demico Boothe, author of 'Why Are There So Many Black Men In Prison?' discuss their experiences of being forced to work in the prison system. Tiheba Bain, founder of Women Against Mass Incarceration, says while she acquired certain skills in prison, prison labor is indentured servitude. In America, forced labor in the prison system is legal under Federal law, however, Bianca Tylek, founder and director of the non-profit advocacy organization Worth Rises, discusses why she believes it is wrong.

Dr. Phil delves into the very sensitive topic of discrimination. The news has reported claims of discrimination against white people in university admissions, graduation ceremonies, and college welcome weeks. Similar claims have been made in the workplace. Political commentator and activist Candace Owens contends that reverse discrimination does exist, while Dr. Luke Wood and Dr. John Pascarella disagree. PragerU podcast host Amala Ekpunobi and activist Danielle D'Souza say they believe America is obsessed with race. Comedian Tyler Fischer claims he was discriminated against in the entertainment industry because of race, and school teacher Alexis discusses teacher layoffs in Minneapolis.

Twenty-one-year-old Julia Wendell captured the attention of millions across the globe when she claimed she believes she may be the most famous missing child in the world, Madeleine McCann. Wendell claims she has the same famous dark mark on her eye as McCann and similar body markings. She also claims she can't remember large chunks of her early childhood, isn't sure of her age, and has never seen her birth certificate. In an exclusive interview, Wendell reveals what else she discovered that made her believe she is the girl who vanished in 2007 at 3 years old. However, Wendell's parents in Poland insist she is their biological child and deny she was kidnapped. McCann, who would be 19 years old now, was abducted in 2007 while on vacation with her family in Portugal and is presumed dead. Has McCann finally been found? Or, is this a cruel hoax?

In June 2021, Alex Murdaugh, a once prominent personal injury attorney from South Carolina, claimed he found his wife and youngest son shot dead on their hunting lodge property. About a year later, Murdaugh was charged for their murders, and recently, a jury convicted him, and he was sentenced to two consecutive life sentences. Dr. Phil and his panel of experts, former Prosecutor Loni Coombs, Court TV reporter Vinnie Politan, and body language experts Scott Rouse and Greg Hartley, analyze Murdaugh's behavior during his double murder trial. Hear their breakdown of Murdaugh's body language, including three key behaviors that they say were glaring red flags.

We've been warned that social media is designed to hook people in, and TikTok's especially advanced algorithms may make it more addictive than other apps. But, we usually associate these dangers with children. What about parents and spouses becoming victims, too? Austin says his mother, Shannon, is constantly on TikTok, posting videos some claim constitute bullying behavior. Anya, Shannon's former best friend, says she cut off contact with Shannon because of her social media posts. Shannon insists she just wants to share her point of view and exercise her First Amendment rights, even if it costs her relationships. Can Anya and Shannon repair their relationship? Then, meet 62-year-old Donna who fell in love and married her 33-year-old husband, Emmanuel, whom she met in Ghana. She says they are very happy, except for his 24/7 addiction to TikTok! Emmanuel says Donna is just jealous when he doesn't give her attention. Dr. Brian Boxer Wachler, author of 'Influenced: The Impact of Social Media on Our Perception,' says his family had an intervention to make him realize he must give up his TikTok addiction. And, New York Times bestselling author Dr. Shefali discusses her latest book, 'The Parenting Map,' and advises the guests on how to move forward.

The number of young people who identify as transgender has nearly doubled in recent years. Some people say this is because the transgender community is more embraced, but others say teens are rushing to get medical treatments without counseling or knowing the facts. In some extreme cases, this can even lead to what's called 'detransition.' As a teen, Ryan transitioned from a female to a male but says she then realized she made an epic mistake, reversed her decision, and detransitioned to be female again. Over 20 years ago, Kara had medical treatments and later gender reassignment surgery and says policy has greatly changed. She says it's concerning that today, there are far less requirements for children seeking puberty blockers, hormone therapy, and surgery. However, Reece says he knew he was male as a small child, and these medical treatments saved his life as a teen. He says denying teens the right to these procedures is 'trans genocide.' Eli Erlick, Founder of Trans Student Educational Resources, adds that the percentage of people who detransition is small and the number one reason for detransitioning is transphobia. Neurologist and author of 'The End of Gender' Dr. Debra Soh studies this issue and says social acceptance is good, but the number of transitions have reflected people's skewed thinking. And, NewsNation Correspondent Rich McHugh weighs in to discuss what he has found after a lengthy investigation on the increased numbers of teen transitions in recent years.

'Drop 20 pounds in two weeks,' 'Get the perfect six-pack and muscle definition,' 'Eat all you want but still lose weight!' 'Take these supplements for optimal health.' These days, celebrities, professional athletes, 'health' coaches, and influencers make fortunes and garner millions of followers and likes touting unorthodox – and often dangerous -- diets and health practices to achieve society's ideas of perfection and/or optimal wellness, and some people follow their idols and trends blindly. Meet John, who promotes the benefits of a raw animal product diet to his Instagram followers. Then, Jules not only follows a high-fruit raw vegan diet – but also feeds it to her 3-year-old daughter. Next, meet two women who were influenced to jump on one of the most popular new diet trends: taking a diabetes medication for weight loss. However, both landed in the hospital. And, Cameron, a young woman looking to lose weight fast who was influenced by social media to try the Keto diet to quench her sugar cravings, wound up in the E.R. Plus, a woman says her online bodybuilding coach suggested an autoimmune paleo diet which caused her to lose hair, have frequent injuries and also landed her in the hospital. Dr. David Nazarian and nutritionist Desiree Nazarian discuss extreme diets and health risks.

Many of us watch strangers live their lives on social media instead of living our own. But when we scroll, what is actually real, and what is staged or highly manipulated? And, how does seeing photos of people mostly living their 'very best lives' affect our mental health? Amy, a mom and widow of 15 years, says she is so busy with work that she relies on social media for companionship. However, Amy admits she gets envious seeing others having a fabulous time while she's stuck being alone. Influencers Talitha and Megan admit that they have both staged and filtered photos so much that they don't portray their real lives. Megan says she found being an influencer so toxic for her mental health, she decided to take a social media break. Meanwhile, 20-year-old Zoya says she wants to be an influencer and understands that most of what is online is manipulated by others to get views. Performance Artist Matty Mo explains how he built a fake private plane interior, 'The Private Jet Experience,' for people to stage photos as a social commentary about influencers. And, Cyber Security Expert James McGibney explains how algorithms are designed to intentionally hook people into social media and create an addiction.

Headlines about teenage drivers killing and injuring themselves or others while driving recklessly, including at high speeds, are becoming all too common. Today, Dr. Phil shows parents the reality of what many teens are doing behind the wheel of their vehicles. First, 19-year-old Nash and his father, Brent, both say they have the skills and performance cars to safely drive over 100 mph. Then, hear from Reina, a mother who says she had no idea her son Ajanni was part of the street racing culture until he lost his life in a fatal crash. Ajanni's best friend, Avery, says he stopped driving recklessly after the loss of his friend. Plus, social media star Damaury talks about taking police on a chase at speeds he claims were over 150 mph and his subsequent arrest. Has he changed his carefree driving ways? Dr. Phil also speaks with 16-year-old champion racecar driver Ashton Torgerson about why he would never drive anywhere off the racetrack at the speeds some of Dr. Phil's guests have driven. Lastly, Dr. Becca Weast, a research scientist from the Insurance Institute For Highway Safety, shares what parents can do to keep their teens safe behind the wheel.

On February 16, 2022, Jared Bridegan, a 33-year-old father of four, was killed in an 'ambush style' shooting in Jacksonville, FL, while his 2-year-old daughter watched from the car. Jared dropped off his 9-year-old twins at his ex-wife's house and was returning home when he stopped to remove a tire from the road. Police say they believe the tire was placed there deliberately. Almost a year later, police have arrested a suspect but say he didn't act alone. Rumors are swirling that Jared's ex-wife and her current husband allegedly may have been involved in the killing. However, Jared's ex-wife denies she was involved and says she was devastated when she found out that Jared had been killed. Jared's widow, Kirsten, and his brother, Adam, speak out to share the details of the case and how this has affected their family. And, Dr. Phil and his panel of experts: trial Attorney Heather Hansen, former law enforcement officer Mark Baughman, and Senior Reporter for DailyMaill.com, Caitlyn Becker, discuss details of this tragic case.

Dr. Phil and his panel of experts, former prosecutor Loni Coombs; Court TV reporter Vinnie Politan; and forensic expert Joseph Scott Morgan, continue to discuss the ongoing trial of Alex Murdaugh, a prominent personal injury attorney from South Carolina who is accused of killing his wife and son. What do the experts say about a controversial video that police say sounds like a murder confession from Murdaugh? Did police do due diligence in searching for evidence? And, Joseph Scott Morgan weighs in on the possible significance of some of the Murdaugh's custom-made guns. Plus, hear the housekeeper's testimony. Finally, hear about the drama at the trial, including a bomb threat and the reprimanding of Murdaugh's family members.

You've heard about polygamy and monogamy, but what about sologamy? Sologamy, also known as 'self-marriage' or 'self-partnering,' is a symbolic ceremony where a person commits to a meaningful and loving relationship with themselves and a promise to give themselves what they often seek from other people.Recently, Miley Cyrus' song 'Flowers' – about celebrating self-love after her divorce – became Spotify's most streamed song in a single week. It is said you can't love others until you love yourself first -- but is saying 'I do' to yourself going too far? Critics of sologamy say 'self-marriage' is narcissistic and makes a mockery of this special sacrament. Dr. Phil meets 30-year-old Danni, who says she spent $4,000 on her self-wedding; life coach and expert Sasha Cagen, who married herself at 40 and guides other women to marry themselves, and says she spent $100 on her self-wedding; and 50-year-old Sonya, who says she spent $15,000. Then, hear from John McEntee, Founder and CEO of 'The Right Stuff,' who says sologamy is selfish and marriage should be viewed as a sacred sacrament. Will anyone in Dr. Phil's audience marry themselves? Tune in as Dr. Phil discusses self-love.

The movies, supermarkets, gas stations, drugstores, hair salons, the end of a 5k run, and even children's birthday parties -- all places where you can buy or find alcohol. For many, a beer, a glass of wine, or a cocktail may be part of how they socialize, relax, or reward themselves after a hard day at work or looking after children. It's also glamorized on social media platforms, sold by celebrities, and pervasive in movies and TV. Dr. Phil speaks with four women, all on different journeys with alcohol. First, Michelle says she decided to become sober during the pandemic but recently started drinking again 'in moderation.' Erica says she has been sober for two years but admits to drinking a beer 'occasionally.' Alex says she has been happily sober for eight years but still occasionally questions if she could drink again. And, Devin says drinking is part of her daily ritual and 'who she is,' and she resents the shaming of the 'wine mom.' Also joining the conversation is Susan Stewart, Professor of Sociology at Iowa State University and author of 'On the Rocks: Straight Talk About Women and Drinking,' who says stereotypes about women who drink oversimplify the issue, and some may not even recognize the transition between moderation and problematic drinking habits.

John Kinsel has been locked up for more than 26 years for a crime he says he did not commit -- raping, choking, and threatening to kill a child. About 30 years ago, when John was 22, he says he met and fell in love with a single mother of three, Adrienne. They moved in together 10 months after their first date, and Adrienne says John got the chance to play dad to Adrienne's three children. Some claim that didn't sit well with Adrienne's middle child, 9-year-old Alyssa. Alyssa has said John was strict and demanding, and she didn't like him. Alyssa now says she devised a plan to get rid of John; she says she lied when she accused John of sexually abusing her for years. Based on her testimony, John was convicted and sentenced to life in prison without parole. Nine years later, 18-year-old Alyssa walked into the District Attorney's office and said she wanted to recant her testimony -- why? With the help of her mother, her Aunt Stacy, and John's attorney, Justin Bonus, Allyssa says she's ready to tell Dr. Phil what really happened to her when she was a child. Alyssa tells Dr. Phil how much she regrets telling this lie that put an innocent man behind bars for life. But was she telling the truth then, or is she telling the truth now?

For millions of women, the minute they give birth, they're filled with incredible joy, and their instinct is to protect their babies at all costs. However, 1 in 7 women will develop postpartum depression and anxiety after having a baby, and some women even develop postpartum psychosis. New moms may have fantasies of escaping their reality, panic attacks, hallucinations, and worst of all, may kill their children. Many women have no history of mental health issues and are too embarrassed to talk publicly about this, fearing they will be judged as bad moms. However, they all say it's time to discuss this openly and remove the 'baby blues' stigma, as the seriousness can go way beyond that.

James says he wants to raise awareness about the kidnapping epidemic of models the Los Angeles area. James says he meets women online, and when they are on their way to meet, the women are kidnapped and transported to an undisclosed camp. Then, he says a gang leader from the camp contacts him, and he saves these women by sending gift cards to free them – because the gangs only accept gift cards. Dr. Phil talks to James about these alleged online models, specifically 'Ava,' who James says he invited to the taping, and 'Maria,' who James says he recently saved from a camp. Is James saving models? Or, is his kindness being taken advantage of and he is being scammed for money? And, does the woman in the photos of 'Ava' show up to meet Dr. Phil? Find out.

Splitting from your spouse is usually full of emotional turmoil and sadness at any age. Within recent years, there has been an increase in 'grey' divorces, or separations that happen around or after age 50, also known as 'silver splitters.' Dr. Phil meets Lara and her husband, Bill, who say they've been arguing constantly, and the 'divorce' word has come up too often – and they want to know how to fix what's wrong. Then, Simona Fusco, matchmaker and the founder of Perfect 12, sets up Kelly and Alex, both 51 and divorced parents, who say they are looking to start their lives over with someone new. Will they be a match? And, we catch up with past guests Paula and Jeremy, who were on the verge of divorce when they last appeared on Dr. Phil. Find out their surprising update. Plus, an organization that encourages children with autism to get on the tennis court and into physical and social activity. Hear more about ACEing Autism and how to bring their programs into your community and schools.

Recently, parents across America were googling 'who is Andrew Tate?' making him number three in Google searches for 2022, right behind Queen Elizabeth and Donald Trump. Tate claims to be helping young men acquire lots of money, drive luxury cars, and pick up hot women. However, in August 2022, Tate was banned on social media for his misogynist viewpoints. Twenty-four-year-old Ben says when he was a teen, he had zero self-esteem, never got past the first date, and felt powerless with girls. He tells Dr. Phil that men like Tate inspired him to break out of his shell -- and he shares how. Then, a healthy debate about masculinity with the 'Godfather of the Manosphere,' a scholar and author, a men's rights attorney, and the CEO and founder of the Center for Countering Digital Hate.

This is a true crime saga like no other. The Murdaugh family is one of the most prominent families in South Carolina and has served in powerful legal positions dating back nearly 100 years. Rumors swirled that Alex Murdaugh and his family could get away with anything. They have been tied to the mysterious deaths of their housekeeper, a high school classmate, and a young woman in a fatal boat crash. In June 2021, Murdaugh allegedly found his wife and younger son shot dead on their hunting lodge property. About a year later, Murdaugh was charged for their murders. The killings set off a bizarre chain of events that included Murdaugh staging his own murder. There are also nearly 100 criminal charges that are linked to him. Dr. Phil is joined by a panel of experts: former criminal prosecutor Loni Coombs; Michal Higdon, anchor and investigative reporter at WCSC-TV Charleston; forensic expert Joseph Scott Morgan; and former FBI agent Bobby Chacon to discuss this case.

Laura says she has been lying about her sobriety and hiding her drinking for weeks. Laura claims she wants to stop drinking alcohol but says that every time she tries to get sober, the alcohol wins. Eric shares his story of the time he chose to drive drunk after leaving a bar and killed two 20-year-old girls, Lisa and Meagan, as they were driving home from a babysitting gig. Hear Eric's message to Laura about her decision to get behind the wheel drunk. And, Meagan's mother, Renee, shares how that fatal day changed her life forever. Plus, Alex Otte, from Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD), shares what the organization has been doing to combat drunk driving. Will Laura decide to change her life?

Not only is vaping physically damaging, but it's become a real point of contention within families of teen users – with some parents saying they are being driven 'crazy' trying to catch their children in the act. With vape devices being so easy to conceal, teens are vaping in plain sight in school and in their homes. One family says their 12-year-old son, Connor, is addicted to vaping and will lie and steal just so he can 'hit' his vape. His parents, Vanessa and David, say they're at their wits' end – they've already taken him out of school and stripped his room, but he still finds a way to hide his vapes! So, where -- or who -- is Connor getting them from? Find out! Plus, hear what psychiatrist Dr. Charles Sophy and pulmonologist Dr. Cedric Jamie Rutland have to say about the damaging effects of vaping. Also, Grace and Jordyn share their stories of how vaping put them into the hospital. Both have vowed to never vape again.

In October 2022, Dr. James Heaps, an obstetrician-gynecologist and oncologist at UCLA, was found guilty of five counts related to sexual assault and misconduct against several female patients. Former patients Melanie, Ellen, Gaby, and Nicole, are speaking out about the horrific abuse they claim they endured. Dr. Heaps is just one of many doctors that work in prestigious universities who have broken their Hippocratic Oath to 'do no harm.' Former University of Michigan football player Jon Vaughn shares his story of the abuse he claims he endured from Dr. Robert Anderson. He claims he is just one of thousands of his victims who were abused under the guise of 'medical care.' Former gymnast Trinae claims she was one of Dr. Larry Nassar's first victims of abuse. She claims he sexually abused her for years in plain sight. Judge Rosemarie Aquilina, the Michigan circuit court judge who sentenced Nassar and sent him to prison, says she will continue to fight to put white coat predators where they belong: behind bars.

The suspect in the quadruple murder of four university students in Moscow, Idaho, Bryan Kohberger, has an interesting past. Childhood friends of Kohberger's speak out about the type of person he was. Then, another source discusses Bryan's alleged behavior at a local bar. Were there any red flags? Kerri Rawson, daughter of the BTK serial killer, speaks out about similarities she's observed between her father and Kohberger. The suspect's family released a statement to the public, and Dr. Phil reveals his thoughts about it. Forensics expert Joseph Scott Morgan, Former FBI Special Agent Jonathan Gilliam, Sr. Reporter for DailyMail.com Caitlyn Becker, and trial attorney Mercedes Colwin help Dr. Phil analyze these suspicious details about the suspect.

Thousands of asylum seekers from the Mexican border arrived in Washington, D.C. and New York City on buses sent by the governors of Texas and Arizona. The mayors of these cities asked for federal assistance because they believe this is a humanitarian crisis. Should the United States make it harder for people to cross borders? Dr. Phil debates that with the National Border Patrol Council President Brandon Judd and immigration attorney Saman Movassaghi Gonzalez.

In 2022, it seemed like everyone was talking about the lottery or buying a ticket. The biggest payout of all time was in November, at $2 billion dollars. About half of Americans play the lottery, with total sales topping $100 billion! You have a greater chance of being struck by lightning than winning the lottery – so why do people play? And, if you do win, why is there a 'curse' associated with it? Dr. Phil meets a British lottery winner who says her life turned upside down after winning the lottery with her very first ticket. Then, meet a woman who says she is addicted to playing the lottery. Dr. Phil and industry professionals also discuss the pros and cons and what's important to know before buying a ticket. Plus, what happens if you win and come into sudden wealth? Tune in today to find out.

Throughout the years, many different social media challenges have emerged. The popularity of online challenges is rising and unfortunately, have become extremely unsafe -- and in some cases, deadly. 'The Blackout Challenge,' which encourages children to strangle or suffocate themselves until they blackout, is arguably the most dangerous. It originated as 'the choking game,' even as early as the 1930s. Prior to 2007, the CDC reported it resulted in the deaths of 82 children, with most victims being adolescent males ages 11-16, with the average age being 13. Since then, it has resurfaced on social platforms and in 2021, caused the death of roughly 10 children in the U.S. Dr. Phil meets two families who lost their sons to 'The blackout challenge.' He also receives an update from a past guest who lost one of her 13-year-old twin boys to 'the choking game' in 2005. The families want to spread awareness about this challenge to hopefully save other children's lives – and advocate for the sons they lost. You won't want to miss this powerful episode.

It is no secret that the housing market combined with the rising cost of living has created a financial crisis for the average family. Dr. Phil speaks with Kyla and her husband, Andrew, who claim that, despite both working full time, they are now homeless and living in their van due to the rising cost of rent. Then, meet Simon, whose story went viral when he shared in a video that he was secretly living in his company's office building after he says he found out his rent was being raised, at the same time the pay raise he expected didn't happen. Dr. Phil also meets Caleb, a YouTube and TikTok personality living in New York City, who has been documenting how people are living in and around The Big Apple. Caleb gives Dr. Phil a tour of some of the smallest apartments in New York's five boroughs. And, meet J.R, who says to afford being able to live in New York City, he is forced to live in a 95-square foot studio apartment with a communal bathroom. Lastly, Stewart Silver says he has created a safe place for working homeless families but now is being forced by the local government to evict them.

In this two-part episode, Dr. Phil discusses the handling -- or mishandling -- of the COVID-19 pandemic with top experts from the CDC, medicine, education, and legislation. Should schools have been shut down and remain closed? Was it about politics and power or the safety of children? Dr. Dimitri Christakis, Director of the Center for Child Health, Behavior and Development at Seattle Children's Research Institute, shares shocking results of learning loss and the impact of school closures and distance learning. Plus, what early assumptions were made during the pandemic that may have been incorrect? Former CDC director Robert Redfield explains what he believes were mistakes early on during the COVID-19 pandemic. And, is the pandemic over? Dr. Phil and the experts discuss what we can expect now.

The term 'Karen,' a pejorative slang term for an alleged obnoxious, angry, entitled, and perceived racist white woman who uses inherent privilege to get their way or police other people's behaviors, became the most notorious watchword of 2020. It is now 2022, and the term 'Karen' is officially a part of our lexicon with no sign of leaving anytime soon. Dr. Phil speaks with Ambrosia, who says she was falsely accused of being a 'Karen' when she refused to wear a mask and claimed a UPS store was her place of residence because she had packages delivered there. How did her life change after a video of her went viral? Can good people who do not have any ill intent be racist? Can a person be a 'Karen' and not even know it? The controversial documentary Deconstructing Karen has been at the forefront of this issue. The film follows 'Race2Dinner' co-founders and co-authors of 'White Women: Everything You Already Know About Your Own Racism and How To Do Better,' Regina Jackson and Saira Rao, who say they challenge white women who say they are not racist to see their innate racism and use the newfound realization to help fight systemic racism in America. Director Patty Ivins-Specht also explains what she learned from working on the documentary. Then, educator Toni says she is sick and tired of the 'Karen' trend and it is wrong to label all white women as racists. And, life coach and author of One Decision, Mike Bayer, joins the conversation with his thoughts on choices people make, and alternative behavioral options to being 'Karen-ish'. This is a thought-provoking episode you won't want to miss.

Today, more than 50,000 people worldwide have elected to receive microchip implants, which allow you to pay with your hand, open your car or house door, store your medical information in case of an emergency and much more – all from your hand. Biohackers, proponents of microchipping, are an underground movement of citizen scientists who use unconventional approaches when experimenting on their own bodies outside of the traditional lab. So, what are the consequences? Anastasia says she's a cyborg magician, transhumanist, and biohacker who has 47 implants and plans to get more. Through an in-studio demonstration, Anastasia shows Dr. Phil and viewers exactly what some of her microchip implants do. Did she go overboard? Brandon is a healthcare technologist and tech enthusiast who can use one of his hand implants to open his car. Does he plan to get more implants? Amal Graafstra, who is the founder and CEO of VivoKey Technologies, is one of the leading experts in biohacking who says he is fighting the stigma with human microchipping and wants the public to understand the many benefits. Michelle Dennedy, CEO of PrivacyCode and a partner at Privactus Consulting, says she is a critic because of privacy risks. R is another critic who believes human microchipping is dangerous to our health, and it must be stopped. And, Dr. Charles Sophy, author of Family Values, weighs in on the psychological and emotional impacts of microchipping. In this action-packed episode, viewers are left to decide if tech enthusiasts are going too far with implanting chips in their bodies or if human microchipping is the wave of the future.

The 'Dr. Phil' discussion on real estate bias continues. Dr. Phil talks to Anthony Marguleas, a real estate broker and owner of Amalfi Estates, who claims he has witnessed firsthand property owners who refuse to sell to someone of a different ethnic background. How does he handle these violations? Also, fair housing lawyer and the Ashland-Spears Distinguished Research Professor Emeritus at the University of Kentucky College of Law Robert Schwemm discusses his role in the Long Island Newsday short documentary, 'Testing The Divide.' What does he say were his findings, and how were they pivotal in effecting change in New York State? What should Americans nationwide be aware of? Also, how do these incidents of bias affect victims' psychological and mental health? Dr. Corey Yeager, a psychotherapist for the Detroit Pistons and author of 'How Am I Doing?' breaks down the mental toll bias takes on black Americans.

Phishing, vishing, smishing, spear phishing, and whaling, among others, are all forms of social engineering, ways for criminals to exploit your trust, fears, and mistakes to steal your money or confidential information to commit future crimes. Last year, Americans lost over $5.6 billion dollars – and that's only what was reported. Imagine getting a call from someone claiming to be your grandchild, saying they're in jail after a horrible car accident and need money for a lawyer – and you're asked to put $8,000 in a shoe box and give it to a courier who comes to your door. Would you do it? Dr. Phil's guest Libby says she did. Or, what if you found your dream home online and the person claiming to be the property agent offered you a lease and asked you to wire the money without ever meeting them? Breanna says that's what she and her family did. Then, meet Kaylee, who says she was scammed by someone pretending to be a Sheriff's Deputy, and Charlotte, who says she thought she was talking to a customer service agent at her bank only to find out she was scammed out of her savings. Callie and Lara also share their stories of being scammed while trying to find jobs online. Cybersecurity expert James McGibney joins the conversation to explain how these cunning scam artists think and why these scams are so successful. Plus, singer and songwriter Katharine McPhee and her husband, 16-time Grammy Award-winner David Foster, bring some holiday cheer into the studio and perform a song from their new album, Christmas Songs. Hear their favorite holiday memories, and Katherine shares the perfect gift to give this holiday season.

Wildfires that decimate entire towns, tornados that destroy everything in their path, and hurricanes so powerful they bring a water surge so high that communities are turned into ocean. Imagine being trapped in one of these events, paralyzed with fear, believing you and your family are going to die. Rebuilding your home and the community is a challenge, but overcoming the emotional aftermath can be just as, or more traumatic than, surviving the event itself. Dr. Phil meets Danielle who survived Hurricane Ian as it decimated her community and flooded her home, while she and her two sons with disabilities were trapped inside. Now, Danielle says the trauma she endured during the storm has left her barely living. Then, Athena and her husband, Simon, say their 9-year-old son, Xavier, was never the same after he was pulled from the rubble after a tornado in Moore, Oklahoma tore down his school, leaving him buried alive and killing his classmates. Tragically, just weeks before the fifth anniversary of the tornado, Athena and Simon say Xavier took his own life due to the trauma he endured that day. Dr. Phil also sits down with Xavier's sisters, Haley and Marissa, who were emotionally affected by the tornado as well.

There are a number of disturbing pet trends today -- including pet theft, dog attacks, and pandemic pet regrets. Guest Amanda says she was robbed and pistol-whipped in her home while two men were stealing her beloved Frenchie. Another guest named Amanda says she was seriously injured and her dog was killed when a pit bull and an Akita attacked them during a walk. Jarrod shares his pandemic pet regret, joining the 54% of dog owners who say they've had regrets about getting a dog. Dog trainer Jas Leverette has helpful tips on how to train your dog. And Dr. Wayne Zuvers and Doc Halligan discuss the hardships veterinarians are facing. Dr. Phil shares the precautions and tips all pet lovers need to consider.

Are children the future? It depends on whom you ask. Parenthood has increasingly become a topic of conversation as more and more people are deciding not to have children. All across social media, people are celebrating 'child-free' living and some think the human population should just become extinct altogether. There is a fierce and controversial argument about the environmental, economic, and racial concerns of having or not having children. Will having children make the world a better place? Dr. Phil discusses whether it's 'smart' to procreate with pronatalists, those who encourage people to have children, and anti-natalists, those who believe it is morally/ethically wrong or unjustifiable for people to have children. Plus, Dr. John Whyte, Chief Medical Officer at WebMD, shares how to take control of your diabetes risk. Dr. Whyte says every year, 1.5 million people are diagnosed with type 2 diabetes, and this is a serious issue. Tune in today.

California reportedly holds more than half of all unsheltered homeless people in the United States and the highest number of homeless encampments. Clusters of tent cities line almost every block. Beach paths, parks, underpasses and street dividers look like 'Skid Row.' California's problem is reflective of a growing national crisis, and now, major cities across the U.S. are taking aim at the issue by passing new laws that restrict where the homeless can camp. But, these new measures are sparking a heated debate. Dr. Phil is joined by a councilman who claims he has the solutions, as well as the Executive Director of the National Coalition for the Homeless. Plus, go inside some of Los Angeles' most dangerous encampments, and hear from a homeless woman who says there is hope.

The Surgeon General's Advisory stated, before the COVID-19 pandemic, mental health challenges were the leading cause of disability and poor life outcomes in young people. The pandemic shutdown further exacerbated the mental challenges, and youth mental health is trending in the wrong direction across the country. Why is this happening? How do parents and schools play a role? Some experts believe young people were never taught how to fend for themselves because they were raised in a bubble by 'concierge parents' who protected them from learning about life and developing resiliency. Twenty-four-year-old Gracelyn says she describes her childhood just that way. She admits she was overprotected in some ways growing up, which she believes led to struggles with anxiety and depression for the past six years. What does she reveal for the first time? Also, parents of teens with mental health struggles talk about their frustrations. This is a life-saving episode you won't want to miss.

Many American adults have taken, and even sent, nude pictures or videos. But when it comes to taking or sending intimate pictures and videos, you need to tread carefully because there are unscrupulous people -- people you may have once trusted -- who might post them online for all to see. It's most commonly called 'revenge porn,' but it's more accurately referred to as the non-consensual dissemination of intimate images. More than 26 million people have had their most personal and private images posted online without their consent, often together with their real names and identifying information. It's an epidemic -- and it could happen to you! Two years ago, Katelynn Spencer found out that two videos of her – one she consented to and another she says she had no idea was taken -- had been posted without her consent on a 'revenge porn' site for over a decade. She says the effects were devastating. Then, meet Uldouz Wallace and Kayla Laws, who say their images were stolen from them and posted without their consent or knowledge. Charlotte Laws, Kayla's mother, made it her mission to shut down the 'revenge porn' site that hosted images of her daughter, also joins the conversation. And, cybersecurity expert James McGibney says when he learned about the most notorious 'revenge porn' site of the time, he bought it, shut it down, and rerouted it to his anti-bullying site. He says he now devotes his expertise and energy to helping women get their private, intimate, and stolen images off the internet. Plus, Los Angeles attorney Samuel Dordulian talks about what your legal options are if this happens to you.

Victims and survivors of Jeffrey Dahmer say they want people to see him for who he really was -- not the glamorized TV version. See a never-before-aired interview with Dahmer's father and stepmother that sheds light on the monster behind the man. They provide chilling details about his bizarre childhood behaviors. Plus, the Netflix series Dahmer - Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story pushed a decades-old story into today's spotlight, some say giving it a 2022 'pop culture moment.' After the series debuted, Dahmer's infamous glasses went up for sale for $150,000, and people dressed up as the notorious serial killer for Halloween. Has our culture's obsession with true crime desensitized us?

Everyone is talking about inflation and wanting ways to stretch their dollar. Today, the coupon queen tells viewers exactly how to get necessities for nearly nothing. Then, a consumer advocate explains shrinkflation -- how to spot it and what to do about it. Plus, a food prepper shares her tips to prepare for shortages and save big on food. And, an economist reassures people that inflation is temporary and shares tips on how to hunker down without sacrificing your quality of life.

Two families, one tragedy, two different outcomes. On May 24, 2022, a gunman entered Uvalde Elementary School and took the lives of 19 students and two teachers. Parents Kimberly and Angel reflect back on that day when they lost their 10-year-old daughter, Amerie. Kimberly was with her daughter at the school just one hour before the gunman entered the building and says she asks herself why she wasn't there to protect her daughter. Amerie's best friend, Khloie, was in the classroom when the gunman entered their room. She says she was holding hands with Amerie right before she left her hiding spot to call 911 for help and was killed by the gunman. Khloie's parents, Jamie and Ruben, reveal what she told them happened inside her classroom during the 77 minutes as she, her classmates, and teachers waited helplessly for someone to save them.

Most laws are adopted to keep communities healthy and safe and to reflect and memorialize good public policy. But, even the most well-intentioned laws can backfire and lead to absurd or unjust outcomes. Dr. Phil's guests share what they consider outrageous miscarriages of justice involving a car accident, a rape, and a murder that ruined lives. Plus, hear from those trying to change the law.

America is very divided -- wear a mask, don't wear a mask, get vaxxed, don't vax, fund the police, defund the police, inflation or deflation, the election was rigged, no it wasn't! And, now, it seems we are living in two different worlds, and a perfect storm is brewing. Is America ready for an intervention? People feel more angry, isolated, and victimized than at any time in recent history, and politicians seem to be using a war of words that just keep stoking the fire. America's best-known and most respected political strategist and pollster, Dr. Frank Luntz, joins Dr. Phil to show us the words to use and which to lose when it comes to having a conversation with someone who doesn't share your beliefs.

Nowadays, parents post about their children on social media platforms more than ever. 'Sharenting' is the term used to describe parents publicizing sensitive content or oversharing their children on the internet. Proponents feel sharing their family is an expression of parental pride and argue that critics take their posts out of context. Critics say oversharing is an invasion of children's privacy, dangerous, and harmful to the relationship between parent and child. Dr. Phil speaks with the Furrha family, a popular social media family with roughly 16 million followers, as well as experts and parents, to discuss online sharing and what parents should consider before posting.

Dr. Phil continues his series on how to survive inflation. Today, financial experts share money-saving and money-making tips to help you learn how to take control of your finances during inflation. Plus, find out the best ways to use money to make money, savings hacks, freebie secrets, and get advice on how to set up the next generation for financial success.

If you're single, chances are you'll have a fair amount of horror stories when it comes to dating apps, the most common way to date these days. Looking for love on these apps can be addictive -- but it can also be very dangerous. There have been people scammed, sexually assaulted, and others who have had their life threatened after meeting people on these apps. When Jules moved to California, she says she decided to jump on a dating app figuring it would be the easiest way to meet people. However, she says one date, who appeared to be jealous, stole her keys and hid under her bed to spy on her. Holden says he went to his date's father's house to play video games but ended up waking up in a bathtub and barely making it out alive. Christine says after her divorce, she thought she met her Prince Charming on a dating app, but he ended up scamming her out of a lot of money. Kelly says she met a man at a bar for her first date, and before she could say bye, he grabbed her, threw her in his car, and sexually assaulted her. Expert Nancy Jo Sales says dating apps are becoming more dangerous. So how can you be careful when finding love? Why have so many become dependent on using dating apps? Dr. Phil uncovers the red flags when it comes to dating apps.

Dr. Phil continues his conversation about 'sextortion,' a serious crime that occurs when someone manipulates you into sending a compromising image and threatens to distribute your private and sensitive material if you don't provide them more images, sexual favors, or money. These relentless and remorseless predators are targeting children as young as 5 years old, and it's not only happening to girls; boys are also victims as well. Mary and Darren say their son, Riley, died by suicide after being sextorted when he was 15. Pauline says her 17-year-old son, Ryan, sent a perpetrator, who he thought was a girl his age, a photo, and that's when the blackmailing began. Pauline says after only eight hours, Ryan tragically took his own life. Pauline says she now works with Angelie Donzanti, Crime and Intelligence Analyst for the San Jose Police Department, who runs the Vigilant Parent Initiative, a hands-on learning program that gives parents and educators a deeper dive into the current trending apps. Plus, Sergeant Sean Pierce, Commander of the Silicon Valley Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force, says there's no difference between giving your child unlimited access to the internet and leaving your child home alone with the front door open.

Dr. Phil mediates a discussion about whether the legalization of marijuana is doing more harm than good; a woman who says she lost her teenage son due to the legalization of marijuanaMarijuana, weed, pot, cannabis -- no matter what you call it -- it's been hotly debated whether it's safe to use or if legalization is doing more harm than good. The number of Americans using marijuana is at a record high, so it appears that using pot is getting a pass! But, many experts and concerned citizens insist marijuana is dangerous and that it should not be legal. Dr. Phil mediates a heated discussion between people on both sides of this issue, including retired police officer Major Neill Franklin, marijuana policy maker Karen O'Keefe, and dispensary insiders Bre and Char, who insist legalization is keeping children and communities safe. On the other side are anti-legalization activist Dr. Kevin Sabet, as well as ER physician Dr. Roneet Lev, who claims to see the effects of marijuana in her hospital every day. Plus, Laura Stack claims she lost her teenage son due to the legalization of marijuana. Will Laura's story change the opinions of those in favor of legalization? And, you don't want to miss the emotional moment when multiple members of the audience join the discussion over this divided issue.

In March 2022, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis passed the 'Parents Rights in Education' law, preventing the discussion of sexuality or gender identity in kindergarten through third grades in Florida and requiring parents to be part of teacher and student meetings. Advocates say this law protects the rights of the parent. But critics nicknamed the law 'Don't Say Gay' and claim it turns back the clock on equality. Tiffany Justice and Tina Descovich, co-founders of Moms of Liberty, say every parent deserves a seat at the table to make sure that certain inappropriate content is not discussed. Candice Jackson, an attorney and mother who worked for the Department of Education under President Trump, says it's our First Amendment right not to call someone by their preferred pronouns. However, Nadine Smith, executive director for Equality for Florida, says children need full transparency in their curriculum. Dave and Hannah Edwards are educators who say they pulled their trans daughter out of a public school after the school failed to teach transgender education in kindergarten. And, hear from Representative Joe Harding, who sponsored Governor DeSantis' Parents Rights in Education bill. Professor Jody Armour from the USC Gould School of Law then speaks from his heart when he suggests we all work on having better communication and giving each other more grace.

It used to be that if you were a child being bullied at school, once you walked over the threshold of your home, there would be a 'reprieve' until you walked into school the next day. But times have changed. Teens, tweens, and those even younger are being bullied from every angle because, with the internet and the prevalence of social media, there are always ways to target a victim – oftentimes anonymously. And if a bullied teen does disconnect their devices, bullies can always use old-fashioned, in-person harassment. It seems there's no escape. Meet Antoinette, whose 13-year-old daughter, Muffin, took her own life after being bullied by children at her school. When not in school, Antoinette says they continued the bullying online, creating fake online pages and talking about Muffin's appearance. On the Saturday morning of Muffin's death, Antoinette went to the store only to return to every parent's worst nightmare.

In 2014, 29-year-old Brittany Maynard transformed the conversation about medical aid in dying, which allows a terminally ill patient with a prognosis of six months or less to live and is capable of making their own healthcare decisions, to self-administer prescribed medication to die with dignity. At the time, medical aid-in-dying was only authorized in four states, but today, it has been legalized in 10 states and Washington D.C. Additionally, many Americans are choosing to fly internationally to use medical aid-in-dying for non-terminal illnesses. With its growing popularity and more and more legislation being passed, Dr. Phil and his guests discuss dying on your own terms. With only one life, who says you can't control your end date? And, is it your right to die on your own terms?

The 'self-censorship' debate continues. Meet Alejandro, a student who claims administrators at his community college violated his free speech rights. He says when he and members of the club Young Americans for Freedom posted flyers on campus, they were censored. Then, which public figures are fighting back against cancel culture? And, Dr. Phil takes a closer look at a list of terms that are now allegedly off limits. What words are on that list? Tune in to find out.

Should transgender athletes be allowed to compete with those of the gender they identify with or must they only compete with athletes who share the gender they were assigned at birth? Are laws that ban transgender women from participating in women's sports fair? LGBTQ+ activists have described criteria limiting transgender athlete involvement in gendered sports as 'discriminatory.' Lia Thomas made headline news and stirred debate when she competed in swimming nationals as a transgender woman. Dr. Phil, along with Layne Ingram, a transgender man and basketball coach, and Olympic swimmer Nancy Hogshead-Makar, an advocate for girls and women in sports and CEO of Champion Women, discuss what they believe is right and fair. Then, Riley Gaines, who competed against Lia Thomas, gives her perspective on how she felt after their race. The big question is: what does the science say? Harvard professor Dr. Carole Hooven breaks it down.

Dr. Phil discusses the highly debated issue of whether or not the body positivity movement -- a belief system that embraces bodies of all shapes and sizes -- has gone too far. Since 2020, 36.5% of Americans have been considered overweight and 32.5% obese. Are we doing too much to celebrate the plus-sized? Not according to Lexi and her husband, Will, who say they've struggled with their body image their entire lives and have now found freedom in letting go of the need to control their weight and instead accepting themselves the way they are. Dr. Phil also meets YouTube personality John Glaude, who says he once believed in the body positivity movement until it almost killed him. Plus, Dr. Howard Liebowitz discusses the medical realities of being overweight, and nutritionist Kelsey Koehler offers tips to set practical goals for weight loss.

Dr. Phil sits down with Amy Hall, who explains how she and her husband, Allen, were blindsided when their 16-year-old son, Jed, vanished from their home in Idaho Falls, Idaho, in January 2018. Amy and Allen say they worked with the police and detectives to find Jed and finally accepted help from volunteers Jared Leisek and Doug Bishop from Adventure with Purpose, a search and recovery dive team who has helped to solve cold cases across the country. Dr. Phil sends a crew to Idaho Falls to follow the mystery of what happened to Jed. Then, retired law enforcement officer Frank Powell shares how regular citizens can help become volunteers to find missing people. And, past guest Mike Knabel, who along with his family has been searching for his daughter Andrea Knabel since she disappeared in August 2019, gives an update.

Refusing to answer an email or call after working hours, not doing a work assignment you felt wasn't in your job description, and insisting that if your employer wants you to go above and beyond, they need to pay you for it. Does that sound ridiculous? Quiet quitting, the idea that employees only do what is in their job description, between the hours they were hired to do it, and nothing more has become more than a viral social media hashtag; it has become a movement by employees of all ages. Dr. Phil speaks with an employment and labor attorney who says quiet quitting makes perfect sense, because if employers want employees to work extra, then they need to pay them extra. Then, hear from a young man who says he is currently quiet quitting. Why does he say he won't put in extra effort without being paid for it? Plus, business owners say quiet quitters are just a bunch of slackers, undependable employees hiding behind a cute hashtag to make lazy sound better.

You've seen the headlines about student athletes being accused of sexual assaults and other egregious acts -- but are athletes being supported and protected by universities? Dr. Phil meets two women who claim they were sexually assaulted by college athletes and say there is a big double standard when it comes to athletes accused versus typical students. Bailey claims she was sexually assaulted by three basketball players but claims they were protected by the university. Then, Teresa says she knows firsthand the double standard when it comes to athletic preferential treatment because, even though the person who assaulted her was convicted, served time, and had to register as a sex offender, he was allowed to return to the field and was hailed as a star for another university. Plus, when an attorney claims athletes are the victims and their notoriety makes them easy targets for false accusations, he sparks an emotional debate.

President Biden recently announced a three-part plan to provide more breathing room to America's working families as they continue to recover from the strains associated with the COVID-19 pandemic. This plan offers targeted debt relief as part of a comprehensive effort to address the burden of growing college costs and make the student loan system more manageable for working families. The Education Department has indicated that around 8 million federal student loan borrowers who already have their income information on file with the Department will be eligible for automatic student loan forgiveness. However, this announcement kicked off a nationwide debate. Supporters praised the act as a landmark move to wipe out millions of student loan debt, while critics say the plan will increase inflation and does not address the underlying problem of soaring higher-education costs. Dr. Phil speaks with people on both sides of this issue. Inez Stepman, senior policy analyst at Independent Women's Forum (IWF), says it's not fair for taxpayers to be stuck paying someone else's debt. Economic Sociologist and Professor Charlie Eaton says loan cancellation will be life-changing for low/moderate income students. Neal McCluskey, director of CATO Institute, Mark Kantrowitz, policy expert, Holly Taylor, an attorney whose video of her student loan outrage went viral, and James Cowart, a college graduate who says he will benefit from Biden's student loan plan, weigh in on the debate. Is Biden's plan raising living standards or adding fuel to inflation? Helping lower-income Americans or supporting the rich?

Dr. Phil takes you inside a fraternity hazing trial that made national headlines. Two former Bowling Green State University fraternity brothers have been sentenced for their part in the alcohol poisoning death of 20-year-old student Stone Foltz. Since this tragedy, Foltz has become one of the most prominent faces of this national epidemic. He was in his final days of pledging Pi Kappa Alpha when prosecutors say he and other underage pledges were encouraged to drink an entire bottle of liquor in order to be initiated into the brotherhood. Meet Foltz's family and hear about the sentencing. Do they believe the punishment fits the crime? Plus, hear chilling testimony from Foltz's fellow pledges and his girlfriend that give insight into his deadly initiation night.

If you're anxious because every trip to the grocery store and gas station cuts deeper into your budget, you are not alone. At 9.1 percent, inflation is at a 40-year high. With less supply and more demand for so many products, two-thirds of Americans are living paycheck to paycheck and are outraged over prices. To help, Dr. Phil is starting a series on how to survive inflation. Learn credit card tips, grocery ideas, and coupon tricks that could save you thousands! Today, Harvard-trained economist and Chief Economist of Instawork Dan Altman explains what is happening with the economy. Then, get budget tips from Jordan Page, a mother of eight who calls herself the Fun, Cheap, and Free Queen. You won't believe some of the money-saving tips!

This episode is a must-see for every parent sending their child off to school. On May 24, 2022, Ana dropped her 10-year-old daughter off at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, Texas. Twelve hours later, she found out the tragic news that her daughter was one of the 19 children shot and killed. No matter what political side you support, no one wants to see another headline about one more horrific school shooting again. Dr. Phil is joined by Rudy Perez, president of the National Association of School Resource Officers, psychologist Dr. Jillian Peterson, and sociologist Dr. James Densley of The Violence Project to get to the bottom of how we can slow down these tragedies.

A mother says she was assaulted in front of her family at a fast-food restaurant, and a young man was beaten on a New York street in broad daylight. What do these incidents have in common? They were allegedly instigated by hate. In the U.S. in 2020, there were approximately 8,000 hate crimes reported to the FBI by law enforcement agencies. However, some Department Of Justice experts say they believe the number is closer to 250,000 per year. Dr. Phil speaks with parents, Gabriel and Nerissa, their daughter, Patricia, and their attorney, Sandy Roxas, who explain why they feel anti-Asian hate is often overlooked. The close-knit family says they are traumatized after a recent incident at a fast-food drive-thru involving a stranger who mocked them using a fake Asian accent. How do they claim the police reacted even with videotaped evidence? And, why do they say they feel ignored? They say they're sharing their heartbreaking testimony as a call for everyone -- no matter their background -- to stand up in solidarity against hate.

Body language and human behavior experts teach how to identify clues as to what people may be saying through their body language; they break down Dr. Phil's interview with Erin Caffey and R. Kelly's unbelievable sit-down with Gale King.

Social media influencer White Plastic faces off with his victims, whom he admits he's enjoyed catfishing; they want Dr. Phil to stop him and help him realize that what he is doing is hurting people.

After another mass shooting in America, this one at an elementary school in Uvalde, Texas, where two teachers and 19 children were killed, Dr. Phil is dedicating his show to speaking out about how these senseless acts of murder need to stop.

Lisa says her four beautiful adult daughters are 'monsters' who pick on her, and their constant drama is tearing apart their family; they claim she's a 'textbook narcissist' who constantly plays the victim and has always put men before them.

Caitlin says she was once a successful medical assistant in a happy marriage, and life was great. However, she says ever since her mother died from cancer in 2021, her world came crashing down. She says she feels the medical field has failed her.

Lori and Bob say they moved into their current home seven years ago but they still haven't unpacked. In fact, their home is so full of clutter, they claim they are being buried alive by their belongings.

18-year-old Georgia tuned in to an episode of Dr. Phil in which Mark Anthony and his then Russian fiancée, Marina, were desperately looking for Dr. Phil to give them relationship advice. She felt bad for him and sent him a message of support.

Despite having 3,000 bottles of shampoo, 30,000 shirts, 5,000 cookbooks, and boxes on top of boxes of things, Kristen says she doesn't think she is a hoarder. But Kristen claims her 'collection of things' has created a problem.

Sara claims her husband, Jason, has a violent and uncontrollable temper that has resulted in physical abuse toward her. Jason admits that violence and aggression are all he knows and says when he gets angry, 'a devil takes over.'

Erica and Jean say they are very concerned for their 76-year-old mother, Blanche, and they are giving her an ultimatum: choose fentanyl or the family. The sisters claim they had an abusive upbringing with Blanche and hold a lot of resentment toward her.

Heather says her mother is choosing to live in a tent on the streets, drinking two bottles of vodka a day. Heather says the weight of knowing her mother is out on the streets alone is taking a devastating toll on Heather.

Dr. Phil continues his conversation with past guest Lois, who says she disregarded Dr. Phil's advice that her online boyfriend was scamming her.

A woman says ever since she gained guardianship of her three grandchildren, the middle child has been out of control. The granddaughter and her mother claim the problem lies with her grandmother.

Deborah says for 27 years, she put her father, Robert Brashers, on a pedestal. Deborah says she feels guilty for her father's sins and asks Dr. Phil if she's been contaminated by her father's DNA.

Mercedes and her sister, Hanee, say that Mercedes' 14-year-old daughter, Marie, is intelligent and capable but is completely out of control. The sisters and Mercedes' husband, Carlos, say Marie is extremely violent and disrespectful.

Justin says his relationship with his fiancé of 11 years, Elizabeth, is 'broken and unfixable.' He claims that not only is she a bad parent, but a bad person. Elizabeth claims Justin is verbally abusive, controlling and demeaning.

Journalist Alicia Quarles analyses the unique case of fake German heiress Anna Delvey, who `faked' her way into high society.

A rideshare driver claims she was left fighting for her life after being kidnapped, attacked, and left for dead by a passenger with a sinister plan. Plus, a single mother of five was arrested for allowing her adolescent daughter to babysit her sibling.

Brenda and her husband are worried about Brenda's daughter, Autumn, who is homeless and living somewhere in the desert in Arizona. They believe Autumn has been brainwashed by her boyfriend Mark. Dr. Phil speaks with the family to help encourage a change.

Dr. Phil teams up with child behavioural expert Dr. Michele Borba to discuss the youth mental health crisis currently sweeping America. Joselyn says her son Rakim is totally out of control and won't cooperate with her.

Two young women say they are suffering from phobias they claim have completely taken over their lives. First, Bethany says she is absolutely terrified of all pregnant women! Then, Victoria says she's terrified of eating or touching gluten.

The whole world is watching Russia's invasion of Ukraine with horror. Dr. Phil speaks with several people deeply and personally affected by the senseless violence both in Ukraine and abroad.

Dr. Phil continues the discussion on issues surrounding homelessness with advocates, experts, residents, and people currently experiencing this hotly contested social issue.

Four families come together to talk about the loss of their young children. They say their children purchased counterfeit pills on social media, which were laced with fentanyl, a deadly drug that killed their children within moments.

After having a brain tumor removed and relearning to do everything, a woman then suffered from debilitating anxiety attacks. Her father had to move in with her to help care for her. Plus, Jay Glazer shares his story of battling anxiety and depression.

A mother shares her story about how the leader of the religious group forced her to starve her 15-month-old son when he didn't say 'amen' after Grace. Joy Fluker also shares her story of living with her mother, the leader of House of Prayer.

Married for over 30 years, the husband believes his wife has been hiding major secrets from him for over the past three years. He accuses her of having affairs and claims she hired a hitman to have him murdered.

A couple has never consummated their union of 13 years and the husband claims his wife is pushing him away by hitting and slapping him and being too controlling. The couple is sat down and importance of domestic violence is discussed.

Rebecca says her best friend, Jane, is being scammed by her online boyfriend, 'Jonathan,' who claims he is stuck on a construction site in Miami. Jane says she's in love with 'Jonathan' and has been sending him money -- totaling nearly $1 million dollars.

Lance and his wife Julie join Dr. Phil to discuss their emotional journey in figuring out a diagnosis for their 16-year-old son Jaxon. Then, we'll meet Jaxon and his orthopedic surgeon, Dr. David Feldman from the Paley Institute in West Palm Beach.

Dr. Phil looks back on some of the most memorable guests who have appeared on the show, and gets surprising updates on where they are now.

Almost 10 million households in the US own timeshares, shared ownership of vacation properties. Daughters say their mother is being scammed and want answers. Find out what Dr. Phil will uncover.

National outrage grew after an Illinois judge overturned guilty verdict of Drew Clinton, charged with one count of criminal sexual assault. Drew maintains his encounter with Cameron Vaughan was consensual.

Bill says he believes he is a narcissist after pushing away almost all of his loved ones, including his brother Tom and his daughter Bridget. They have both stopped speaking with him. A tense reunion gets emotional.

Dr. Phil meets Kyle, a 30 year old, who claims he is a fertility expert and has fathered 40 kids across the world through private sperm notations. Kyle sits down with an endocrinologist and Dr. Charles Sophy who weigh in on his donation process.

Jon Vaugh, Tad Deluca and Chuck Christian are former University of Michigan athletes who are coming forth with their stories of sexual abuse at the hands of university doctor Robert Anderson. They are among over 1000 people with similar stories.

Tiffany claims her fiancé, Marques, forced her to expose him as a narcissist on social media, but she never imagined her online story would go viral and be viewed over three million times. After Tiffany's popular post, she admits she posted more.

Steven says he and his girlfriend, Danielle, have been together for 20 years but that he can no longer trust her because he believes Danielle has been hiding secrets from him.

Sarah, 36, received a $5.1 million medical settlement at age four. This money was held for Sarah in a trust, but instead of receiving it at 18 or a designated age, she claims family members tried to control her money.

Parents Suzette and Greg say their son, Dawson, is violent and abusive whenever he is told the word 'no.' The parents say their son's violent tantrums have even resulted in him using a hammer and a machete to destroy their home.

Tony Fort, a young man who was abducted by a family friend when he was 11 years old, reunites two decades later with the FBI agent that he says saved his life. Go inside the dramatic rescue of Tony from a convicted sex offender.

Caitlin claims her sister Rebecca is in complete denial that she has a drug addiction, alleging that she 'doctor shops' to obtain different prescription medications. Rebecca denies these claims, saying doctors have prescribed all her medications.

Shelly and Oggie say they couldn't be more different in their parenting styles. Shelly says she's tired of being the 'bad cop' while Oggie gets to play the fun, 'good cop.' Shelly says her husband is always giving in to their 6-year-old daughter.

Larry and his wife, Marsha, say Larry's 32-year-old daughter, Taylor, accused Larry of sexually abusing her as a child - an accusation Larry vehemently denies. Taylor claims she experienced these flashbacks as an adult after seeking therapy.

Sumyr says that if she says 'no' to her out-of-control 13-year-old son, Ash, he hits, bites, and kicks her and sometimes hurts her pets, and he once set her car on fire; Ash's grandmother blames Sumyr for provoking Ash to violence.

Tammy and Mark say they haven't spoken with their son, Cory, in more than a year, because his wife, Katrina, is manipulative, mentally ill, and a Wiccan; Cory denies he's being controlled or brainwashed by Katrina.

In 2019, there were reportedly 17 million cancer survivors in the US, and in 2020, 1.8 million new cases of cancer were diagnosed. Today, Dr. Phil meets a woman who has been diagnosed with terminal cancer but strives to maintain a positive outlook on life – and says she is Dr. Phil's biggest fan! Additionally, Dr. Phil meets another woman who has been cancer free for five years but says she still fears the future. Both women say cancer has impacted the way they view themselves and would love Dr. Phil and Robin's help improving their self-confidence. But, what Dr. Phil and Robin have in store might be more than they imagine – including a live performance by multi-platinum singer/songwriter Andy Grammer! Tune in for an episode of inspiration and surprises. Plus, Dr. Phil sits down with the pastor of America's largest church, Joel Osteen, to discuss his latest book.

As over 30 million Americans quit their jobs this year, Dr. Phil welcomes guests from very different backgrounds to discuss 'The Great Resignation' and the phenomenon of 'Rage Quitting.'

Marie is a life coach but says she can't seem to find a plan that works for her 15-year-old daughter, Willow. Marie wrote to Dr. Phil desperate for his advice because she says her daughter is causing too much chaos in her life.

Nowadays, social media rules the world, and this decade has proven to be more 'untraditional' and 'mold-breaking' than ever before. Dr. Phil meets three different people whose quest for fame and fortune not only went viral but also made national news.

The pandemic made it easier for online predators to prey on children stuck at home. Dr. Phil speaks with parents who have experienced the dark side of the internet.

On the night of July 25, 2003, Christopher Bennett, 18, broke into his stepfather's home and claims he caught him molesting his younger sister, Viccy. Chris shot Vincent in the head and confessed to the killing.

Dr. Phil devotes his platform to the current shoplifting crisis that is sweeping the nation, an epidemic that, according to experts, is costing the retail industry over 45 billion dollars a year.

Former criminal prosecutor Loni Coombs, tribal filmmaker Rain, and Representative Greg Stanton of Arizona tackle the nationwide epidemic of missing Indigenous women with Dr. Phil.

On April 16, 2001, two lives were forever changed. One, a man gunned down in cold blood, and the other, a teenage girl named Kiera, who was convicted of his murder and sentenced to 60 years to life in prison. After serving over 19 years in prison, Kiera was released early and has continued to claim she is innocent and was falsely incarcerated. Today, Dr. Phil exams Kiera's case and speaks with her lawyers, who call Kiera's conviction 'the starkest miscarriage of justice' they have ever seen. Dr. Phil looks at all the evidence Kiera and her attorneys claim is proof that she had nothing to do with this horrendous crime. Plus, hear from Kiera's high school teacher who testified that Kiera was in her classroom at the very same time the murder took place. But that's not all, also hear from a key witness for the prosecution -- has he now changed his story?

Jessica and Ian's two children were removed from their custody over a year-and-a-half ago. The parents insist they've done everything required to get custody back -- but is that true? Ian's mother, Pamela, says the one thing they should do is end their toxic relationship. Ian's brother Jeremy says Ian's unstable lifestyle only makes matters worse. Is everyone in this family ready to get real with Dr. Phil?

Cassie says the stress of raising four children, including her 15-year-old daughter, Brinley, is making her physically ill. She claims Brinley is constantly smoking pot, vaping, and running away.

Nancy and her son speak face-to-face for the first time in over a year, and he's been a keeping a secret about the online lover she remains adamant exists. Plus, Dr. Phil's previous guests who relate to Nancy give updates on their lives.

Ariyanna claims that while her mother, Cornelia, was there for her financially, she locked her in the attic, abandoned her, and even resorted to waterboarding. Cornelia says Ariyanna is lying about some of her allegations and exaggerating about others.

Don and Candus Wells join Dr. Phil to speak about their daughter, 5-year-old Summer, who went missing on June 15, 2021. The couple agrees to sit down with body language experts who worked with the FBI and military.

Christine, Tom and the quadruplets continue speaking with Dr. Phil as he tries to determine the truth. Plus, award-winning author Mitch Albom joins Dr. Phil for a touching segment about spirituality, life and loss.

Dr. Phil meets victims who claim they were manipulated out of thousands of dollars by a woman named Mair Smyth, who has been accused of posing as an Irish heiress, a psychologist, a life coach, a mortgage broker, and even a cancer patient.

Dr. Phil continues his conversation with Sandi and her three daughters, discussing Sandi's online relationship, which the daughters believe is a scam. This is a 'catfish' story like no other - and 'Peter' talks to the team.

Danielle is a 34-year old who says she first began starving herself at age 14. Now weighing only 68 pounds and admitting she posed as a nutritionist online, Danielle's friends and mother seek out help from Dr. Phil and his team.

Brittany and her dad Charlie are concerned that he is being scammed by his fiancée, 'Stephanie' and her roommate, 'Carina.' The couple have never met in person and Charlie has given 'Stephanie' over $25, 000. Dr. Phil leads an investigation.

Dr. Phil takes a look back and celebrates 20 years of 'Dr. Phil.' He shares inspirational updates from some of his most memorable guests and finds out how many of them are doing nearly 20 years later. Also, meet some of Dr. Phil's staff.

Dr. Phil interviews death row inmate Richard Glossip, 58, who says he was wrongfully accused of the murder of Barry Van Treese in January 1997; CEO of Lava Media and the founding member of The Innocence Project, Jason Flom.

Heather's son, Trenton, 14, was expelled from school for four months after he was caught on camera destroying school property and stealing a sign; she and her fiancé, Michael, say Trenton's behavior has started to tear apart their relationship.

Keira says that when she was 15, her mother, Karen, chose to move across the state to be with her husband, James, leaving her behind and forcing her into foster care; a few years ago he called her a racial slur, and her mother still chose his side.

Carlea wrote into the show desperate for Dr. Phil's help because she claims her brother, Jay, is an egotistical,untruthful narcissist who physically abused the mother of his child, Cassie. Carlea says her nephew, Ky, deserves better, and Jay needs to be Ky's father 100 percent of the time; not after the next girl, the next party, or the next group of what she calls 'idiots' he wants to associate with. Jay and Cassie both agree they do not know how to co-parent, and the only one they trust for advice is Dr. Phil.

Dr. Phil continues his conversation with Chris Vaughn's parents, Gail and Pierre, who say they believe their son is innocent of committing the murders of their three grandchildren and daughter-in-law. Chris recently spoke out about the horrific morning of June 14, 2007, for the first time, when he sent Gail and Pierre a letter giving his explanation on what happened. For the past 14 years, private investigator Bill Clutter has been investigating the case and claims, with the help of Chris' letter, he now has the answers in hopes of getting Chris out of prison. Bill shows what he believes happened inside that SUV. If Chris didn't commit these murders, then who did and how? Also, hear from Chris Regis, the former Assistant State's attorney who fought hard to put Chris behind bars. He says Chris Vaughn is right where he should be.

Susan says her daughter, Emma, has always had a troubled life of drugs and abuse and that things took a turn for the worse when Emma's fiancé died of an overdose, leaving her alone with her two children.

Gabby Petito's parents tell where they believe Brian Laundrie may be hiding and what they hope happens to him if he was involved in Gabby's death; their reaction to the latest developments in their daughter's case.

Kelli, 32, says she has been to multiple drug and alcohol detox and rehab centers but can't stay clean; her mother says it's because Kelli refuses to face her traumas, and they are keeping her stuck in her addictions.

Samantha says her mini gastric bypass surgery in Tijuana went terribly wrong, and when she wanted to leave the hospital, her husband, Josh, stood by and would not help her leave -- and now her fears are tearing apart her already fractured family.

Sabrina says she has a relentless, obsessed stalker who monitors her every move -- her boyfriend of six years, Harold; he says he has no choice but to stalk her because she's become 'untrustworthy' ever since her 'Brazilian butt lift' surgery.

Dr. Phil meets airline passengers who filmed what became viral videos of physical altercations, verbal abuse and 'entitled' behavior; two people who were kicked off their flights blame their flight attendant's 'abuse of power.'

What 22-year-old 'van life' blogger Gabby Petito's final videos reveal about what might have happened to her; police release body cam footage of distraught Gabby crying about an altercation with her fiancé in the days before she disappeared.

In July 2021, 22-year-old Gabby Petito set off from Florida on a cross-country van trip with her fiancé, but two months later, he returned alone; her desperate father pleads for answers about the missing young woman.

When Jenaye posted an emotional video online about uncovering husband James' infidelity, she never imagined it would go viral; he says he is willing to do anything to avoid losing his family; his former hairstylist creates more drama.

Tonia Bales (podcast 'The First Wife: John Meehan's Reign of Terror') is joined by his second wife, Debra Newell (book 'Surviving Dirty John: My True Story of Love, Lies and Murder') and daughter Terra Newell, who fatally stabbed him in self-defense.

Michaela says her 45-year-old mom, Janie, is a former 'party girl who never grew up.' But, Janie says challenges in her life have contributed to her alcohol addiction. Michaela says that three years ago, doctors told Janie she had five years left to live – if she stopped drinking – but even that didn't persuade her to change her ways, and just a few weeks ago, Janie ended up in the hospital after vomiting blood. Today, Dr. Phil meets Michaela, Janie, and Janie's brother and dad, who are desperate for Janie to stop drinking and get her life back on track. While Janie says she has tried to get sober in the past, her family hopes Dr. Phil's advice will finally sink in … before it's too late.

This summer, Dr. Phil hit the road to make some good, old-fashioned house calls for his new CBS primetime docuseries 'House Calls with Dr. Phil.' Today, he catches up with four families who are featured in the series. In Utah, Dr. Phil met with 19-year-old Lexi, who says she refused to speak to her dad, Chuck, for five years -- despite living under the same roof. Next, Dr. Phil visited San Jose, CA, where Brenda and her husband, Terry, say their family was falling apart, and their marriage and children were suffering following the unexpected death of their son. Also in California, Dr. Phil met with teens Jose Jr. and his younger brother, James, who turned in their police officer father to Dr. Phil for being narrow-minded and making it impossible to have a healthy relationship with them. Lastly, Dr. Phil headed to Colorado where he met a family who say they were thrown into chaos at their family-owned business due to what they claim is their stepfather, Mark's, narcissistic behavior. How is everyone doing now? Find out. Plus, more surprises are revealed!

Dr. Phil welcomes a varied group of people to his stage to discuss the idea of straight men being the new minority. Dr. Phil talks to political commentator Tomi Lahren who, in a viral video, branded many men in America as 'boys' who act like 'trash.' He also meets Jerry, a man from California, who says he was falsely accused of raping a woman. And, Dr. Phil welcomes leading academics, Dr. Warren Farrell and Wendy Murphy, who each have polarizing opinions on the plight of straight men in America. Plus, a man who says he got tired of dealing with women so much that he decided to date men. How does the audience respond to his views? Tune in to find out!

Dr. Phil speaks with the woman behind a viral social media video that has been viewed nearly 3 million times. Brittanie says her perfect marriage fell apart the day U.S. Marshals came to her home, held her at gunpoint, and arrested her loving husband of 10 years. After his arrest, Brittanie says she learned her husband, and father of her two children, had been hiding a deep, dark secret -- he was eventually convicted of multiple sex crimes. Brittanie claims from the moment her husband was arrested, she uncovered even more troubling details of her husband's life, including a secret affair with a teenage girl. Find out what Brittanie says this teenage girl told her about her husband, and what Brittanie claims her husband has written to her from behind bars. Plus, Dr. Phil speaks with Kristin, who appeared on Dr. Phil last season, worried her 15-year-old son, Robbie, was a pedophile. Find out what's happened since the appearance and how Kristin has used her experience to help others.

Donna, Ivy, Arielle, Elle and Michael are back for day two with Dr. Phil. Arielle says she used heroin for over a decade and left her family broken -- and the family says they all have so much anger built up from the years of chaos in the house. Plus, Arielle says there is a secret regarding her paternity.

Debbie admits to enabling her 48-year-old alcohol-dependent daughter, Malissa, who she says has been to rehab four times, can't hold a job, wrecked her car, and is being evicted from her apartment. Debbie says she will never give up on her daughter but wants to learn how to stop enabling her. Debbie's husband of 29 years, Layne, admits he's allowed Debbie to enable Malissa, and he's had enough. Debbie says Dr. Phil is her last hope to save her daughter and get her marriage back on track, but is Malissa the only family member Dr. Phil needs to get real with? Find out!

Anna claims her younger sister Alexandra has been dealing with severe 'hypochondria' since she was a child, and it's ruining her life. Alexandra says she is $10,000 in medical debt because of constant trips to the E.R and hospital, and ambulance rides. Their cousin Nina says she believes the cause of Alexandra's problems runs deeper than she thinks, and their friend Katie says she is worried Alexandra might never find happiness if she continues down the path she's taking. Watch as Dr. Phil takes a look beneath the surface of Alexandra's decade-long struggle.

In 2018, Michael, an entrepreneur and social media manager, says he was at the top of his career and organized a social media convention, TanaCon, aimed at connecting online content creators with fans. Unfortunately, Michael says due to unanticipated crowds and safety concerns, the convention was forced to shut down early, causing him to lose $750,000 and file bankruptcy. Michael says since then, he has received nothing but backlash, humiliation, and death threats online. Michael says he wrote to Dr. Phil seeking advice on how to move forward from the trauma he endured – as well as clear his name. Dr. Phil's team connects with references provided by Michael and a woman who says she attended the event.

Venessa says she wrote to Dr. Phil desperate for his help with her raging and violent 14-year-old son, Michael. She claims his aggression is so extreme that he cannot be controlled, and that he has broken windows, doors, walls, and even destroyed locks to get to his electronics when they've been confiscated. Venessa says she's losing her son, and his violent behavior has been escalating since 2019 when his father died by suicide. Plus, Dr. Phil speaks with three-time Grammy nominee Michele Pillar, who opens up about her life as she describes it in her book, Untangled: The Truth Will Set You Free.

Natasha says despite her 8-year marriage with her husband, Brenden, being full of screaming, fights, threats, name-calling and pushes to the face, which she calls 'muffing,' she still stays by his side. Why is Natasha trying to make this relationship work? Brenden admits he can get anxious, which leads to outbursts of anger, but says he suspects he could have a medical problem. Dr. Phil asks Dr. Bradley Jabour, CEO and Chief of Radiology at Medical Imaging Center of Southern California, to find out if Brenden could really have something medically wrong with his brain.

A desperate search for a missing baby boy in Texas ends with a horrifying new discovery. Baby James' family says they haven't seen the toddler since Thanksgiving and claim his mother gave them a string of weak excuses when they asked where he was. In an exclusive interview, James' great aunt says she feared something terrible had happened to the baby. She made a secret recording of her niece, the child's mother, D'Lanny Chairez, who insisted that she had placed her son for adoption. But James' great aunt says she wasn't buying it, and when she went into D'Lanny's home to search for James, she says what she found horrified her -- a terrible smell and a bloody blanket. Was D'Lanny telling the truth about her son's whereabouts? Don't miss the shocking update.

Matt wrote to Dr. Phil because he says his 11-year-old daughter, Hannah, has been battling an eating disorder since she was 9, and doctors have told him and his wife, Malina, that their daughter's is one of the toughest cases they've ever seen. Malina says Hannah used to light up every room before she started spiraling out of control and lying to hide food and exercise. Matt says Hannah went from being the class president to violent outbursts, compulsive exercising, and being force-fed with a feeding tube – and he sees his daughter slipping through the cracks.

Sisters Stacey and Traci say their mom, Gail, is 'blinded by love,' and currently being scammed by her online boyfriend, 'Matt Hurley.' However, Gail says her relationship with 'Matt Hurley' couldn't be clearer – and after four years – she would know if he wasn't the 'caring and truthful' man she fell in love with. Stacey and Traci claim Gail was living without running water and heat so she could send money to 'Matt Hurley,' and they are desperate for her to end the relationship. How much money has Gail really sent to 'Matt Hurley' – and how much does she really know about 'him'? Tune in for part one of this two-part global investigation.

Elke and Steven are grieving the devastating loss of their 3-month-old son, Lucas, who died tragically in May of last year. As if living through the unbearable loss is not enough, the circumstances of Lucas' death are still a mystery. Steven says he's now under investigation but is innocent and would never hurt his child, and his girlfriend, Elke, believes him. His mother, Melissa, wrote to Dr. Phil desperate for help because she says she suspects Elke is responsible for her grandson's death. Elke says she would never hurt her child, and she's still in shock at the loss of her infant son.

Dr. Phil meets Sara, an attorney who says over the past year, her 67-year-old mother, Chris', behavior has changed to such a worrying extent, she has been Baker Acted and cannot be trusted around her own grandchildren. Sara says Chris disappeared for two days last year after faxing a 'manifesto' to a major news network about an idea to end Donald Trump's Presidency. Sara says when she found her mother, she contacted the police who recommended taking her to the emergency room for a wellness check. However, after evaluating Chris, the ER doctor Baker Acted her, and she was sent to a mental health facility. Chris, who says this whole ordeal has been a huge misunderstanding and that she is not mentally compromised in any way. Dr. Phil offers a potentially life-changing resource to Chris to determine her brain health once and for all. Will Chris take the help? Tune in to find out!

Lee says his 17-year-old nephew, Dakota, is out of control. He says Dakota grew up in a toxic environment, and after his father died by suicide, he moved in with his grandparents, Catherine and Jim, and has acted out even more. Catherine says Dakota hangs out with wannabe gang members, drug addicts and troublemakers. Catherine says she can't use tough love with her grandson because she holds guilt from his father's suicide. Dakota's older brother Hayden turned his life around, so can he help get his brother on the right path?

Stephanie claims her cousin Bonnie has had a traumatic life involving abuse, sexual assault, and involvement in the adult entertainment industry. Bonnie's Aunt Cyndi claims that what she calls Bonnie's 'manic episodes' are getting worse and are happening more often. Bonnie says she is handling her past by using mushrooms and smoking weed. Bonnie says her family needs to be understanding of how hard her past was and that she is trying to make it in life.

Jackie emailed Dr. Phil over 660 times because she says ever since her daughter went to college, she can't see the floor of her house because of the clutter! She says she started recycling scrap metal, and now, it's turned her home into a 'hellhole torture chamber.' Jackie says the last time anyone besides her daughter stepped foot in her house was seven years ago. Jackie says her relationship with her daughter has been strained. Shayla says her mom kicked her out of the house years back, and she's never been able to discuss why. Will Dr. Phil be able to clear some paths to forgiveness for this mother-daughter duo? Will Jackie be able to dig out from the mess in order to finally make things right with her daughter?

Faren says her 7-year-old son, Michael's, all-day tantrums have become the main event in her home. She says Michael is aggressive, violent, and loud, and she can't take it anymore. She says he screams, kicks, and punches people, pets, and even himself. Faren and her boyfriend, Ricky, say they spend all day trying to control Michael, and nothing calms the boy down. Michael's father, Steven, claims his son is well-behaved at his home, and it's Faren that antagonizes their child. Faren's stepmom, Valinda, says her grandson needs attention from his mom, and since Ricky and a new child have moved into Faren's house, Michael is having a challenging time getting enough attention. Is there hope for Michael?

Jodee says her husband, Charlie, has a hoarding problem. Charlie says he doesn't like that word; he says he's a collector with nine kayaks, nine backpacks, 10 bikes, 40 guitars, 60 soccer balls, 100 soccer jerseys, 100-plus fishing rods, a wall of amplifiers, drum sets, camping gear and more! Jodee says she feels like she's living in one big junk-filled storage unit. Charlie says he doesn't call it junk because it's all good stuff. Jodee says now her husband's obsessive 'collections' have spread past their 2,400 sq. ft. house and into the garage, two sheds, two vans, three cars, and an RV -- and she's had enough! To add to Jodee's stress with Charlie's 12-year clutter problem, she says she inherited her mother's house and all its belongings when she passed away five months ago, and with escrow closing at the end of next month, she says she's stressed out with all the clutter that surrounds her. Find out what Robin has planned for this family.

A few months ago, Keith and his wife of 28 years, JoLynn,visited Dr. Phil's stage for the first time after making news headlines when JoLynn was arrested for public intoxication. JoLynn and Keith have returned with an unbelievable update. JoLynn thanks Dr. Phil for helping her make a dramatic change in her life. For the past few months, JoLynn has been supported by Dr. Deena Manion, Clinical Officer, and the staff at Westwind Recovery. Later, meet Dr. Phil Associate Producer Lindy Foust, who thanks Dr. Phil for giving her a second chance after her addiction to Adderall, Xanax, and alcohol adversely affected her life and her ability to properly perform her job. Lindy's parents, Susan and Butch, share their thoughts on their daughter's recovery, as well as their gratitude to Dr. Phil and his staff.

Dr. Phil continues his conversation with Mindy and her mother, Karen, who claimed to be in love with a man she had never met named 'Thomas.' Despite Dr. Phil providing Karen with seemingly overwhelming evidence that 'Thomas' was indeed a catfish, Karen seemed to have a hard time grasping what had happened to her and who was behind the scam. Today, Dr. Phil introduces Karen to the man whose photos were stolen and used by Karen's catfish, which leads to a very emotional moment for Karen. But that's not all. Dr. Phil also introduces Karen to the man whose name and personal details were stolen and used by the catfish. And, is this the first time Karen has possibly fallen prey to an online catfish? Can Dr. Phil help Karen stop getting duped by online predators? Plus, infectious disease expert Dr. Tony Mills answers any and all questions you may have about getting the COVID-19 vaccine.

Dr. Phil checks in on the progress of two of your favorite guests! When Ryan, aka 'Raging Ryan,' first sat down with Dr. Phil, he was terrorizing his family with out-of-control rages, fueled by alcohol and marijuana. A year later, Ryan claims he's made amazing progress -- but his sister, Alyssa, insists his behavior has only gotten worse! Then, Dr. Phil sits down with Heather. The last time they spoke, she repeatedly defended her boyfriend, Collin,even though she claimed he regularly put his hands on her. Dr. Phil recommended she finally leave Collin for good. Did she? Find out!

Stephanie claims her brother Brandon's conspiracy theories have taken over his life and are tearing their family apart. She says he believes people are after him and that the 'elite people' control everything. She also says he talks in riddles and barely leaves his home. Stephanie claims his split from reality is making him think their mother, Rozanna, is out to destroy him. Rozanna says she's become Brandon's whipping post – so why does she say she paid six months of his past electric bills. Both women say 10 years ago, Brandon was charming, charismatic, and successful, making hundreds of thousands of dollars a year as a real estate broker. Will Dr. Phil be able to help Brandon at this point?

Jennifer says her 15-year-old daughter, Marie, is completely out of control, refuses to go to school, and is constantly running away. She says, at one point, her daughter was so disrespectful that she had to send her to live with her grandmother, Vicki, because she was too much for her to handle. Jennifer says she recently lost her job of four years because she was constantly having to keep an eye on Marie. Jennifer says she fears Marie's actions will lead to her living on the streets, jail, or even worse, dead. Jennifer's oldest daughter, Carly, says she's distraught over Marie's attitude and how it affects their mother. She says Jennifer cries daily, and her stress levels are through the roof. Is Marie just a 'bad teen,' or is she crying out through rebellion for attention?

Dr. Christopher Duntsch has been nicknamed 'Dr. Death' and is the first known surgeon sentenced to life in prison due to gross malpractice. From 2011 – 2013, Dr. Duntsch reportedly maimed 33 patients, with two of them later dying after surgery, while working at hospitals in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex. In 2015, Duntsch was indicted on five counts of aggravated assault and one count of harming an elderly person, and in 2017, he was sentenced to life in prison. In 2021, two additional patients passed away due to complications from his surgeries – including Duntsch's childhood friend Jerry Summers. Dr. Phil speaks with individuals directly impacted by Dr. Duntsch, including a surviving victim, medical professionals, and a woman who once viewed Dr. Duntsch as her 'second son.' Dr. Phil is also joined by former FBI criminal profiler Candice DeLong to discuss Duntsch's personal characteristics, and Dr. Terry Dubrow, who advises viewers on red flags to watch out for so something so horrific can never happen again.

A married Texas police chief is arrested after his multiple affairs are exposed online. Jason Collier admits to cheating or having inappropriate relationships with several girlfriends, all while married to and living with his wife. In an exclusive interview, Collier comes clean about his web of lies.

Jonny came to Dr. Phil begging for help because she claims her mom, Nancy, has become 'delusional' and completely obsessed with what she calls a 'secret hookup app.' Nancy says people on the app use a 'secret color code' and a 'secret number system' to try to communicate with her for sex. Nancy claims these people will hold up the numbers 1 through 8 on their fingers to communicate different sex acts. Nancy says she feels in danger because wherever she goes, she sees people tracking her location using the 'hookup app!' But Jonny says nobody is tracking her mom, and it's 'all in her head.' Is Nancy being tracked? Dr. Phil investigates. Don't miss it!

The mothers of the 'Bakersfield 3' sit down with Dr. Phil to discuss their traumatic losses. Cheryl and her husband, Lance, are grieving for their murdered son, Micah, whose remains were discovered this past year. Dr. Phil helps them work through their grief and guilt with a revealing exercise. Di continues to investigate the murder of her son, James, who was shot and killed in 2018, and Jane struggles to understand the unbelievable twist in her missing daughter, Baylee's case.

Maegan and her mother-in-law, Kelly, are in a fierce tug-of-war over Maegan's husband and Kelly's son, Josh, who has been in a persistent vegetative state for the last two years due to an anoxic brain injury. After two years and no improvement, Maegan claims Josh's condition is in decline, and it's time for both her and Kelly to let him go and pass peacefully. Kelly says she completely disagrees with Maegan's decision to end Josh's life and finds all of Maegan's social media posts about Josh 'full of lies and exploitative.' Kelly claims the only reason Maegan wants to bring Josh home, remove his feeding tube, and allow him to die is that she needs 'new material' for her social media followers. Maegan denies that she is exploiting her husband and says that she has helped to spread awareness of anoxic brain injuries. Can these women come together to decide what is truly best for Josh? Dr. Phil weighs in on this morally, ethically and spiritually challenging debate. Don't miss it!

Jennifer says she fears for her best friend, Heather's, life, claiming she's in an abusive relationship but refuses to see how bad things really are. Heather says she doesn't believe her boyfriend, Collin, is 'that bad' and doesn't think what he does is actual 'abuse.' Dr. Phil says he thinks both Heather and Collin are in danger for completely different reasons. Dr. Phil sits down with Collin and Heather individually to explain where he thinks this relationship is headed. Will Heather leave Collin?

Celebrity TV relationship doctor Laura Berman has a warning for parents after finding her 16-year-old son, Sam, dead of an accidental drug overdose. Dr. Berman and her husband say they believe the teen unknowingly ordered a pill laced with a deadly drug off a 'drug menu' posted on social media.