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A federal jury finds a pair of Black men not guilty of killing a white police officer, but they are sentenced to life in prison anyway; their attorney explains why; the officer's daughter comes face to face with the convicted men's family members.

Innocent people, many of them miners, are often convicted after providing police with false confessions; what parents need to know to prevent it from happening to their children; Brendan Dassey, profiled in Netflix's 'Making a Murderer.'

Dr. Phil follows up with some of his most talked-about guests to find out what happened when they left his stage and returned home.

Richard Glossip was convicted of first-degree murder for the beating death of his boss, based largely on the testimony of a man who said Glossip hired him to carry out the murder.

Artificial intelligence has the potential to improve people's daily lives, but it also raises ethical and societal concerns about its impact on employment, privacy and the future of humanity; Dr. Phil gets a special delivery from Serve Robotics.

As a child, Alyssa wanted to get rid of her mother's strict boyfriend, John, so she told a lie, accusing him of sexually abusing her. Out of guilt, she retracts her confession, giving John a chance of a retrial after spending 26 years in prison.

T.D. Jakes says disruptive thinking has led to some of the world's most innovative and necessary movements, and every period of chaos brings an opportunity to disrupt by providing an unexpected alliance or solution.

Individuals who microdose psychedelics to achieve relaxation join Dr Phil, experts and sceptics to discuss its benefits and dangers.

For two years, Terri has sent thousands of dollars to her millionaire boyfriend, Ricardo, whom she plans to marry but has never met in person.

A woman says she was attacked by two dogs she was dog-sitting, and nearly lost her life; trainer and behaviorist Jas Leverette.

Discussing the epidemic of childhood obesity; a 13-year-old shares her story of being bullied at her school for being overweight; one of the first teens to undergo weight-loss surgery; President of the Obesity Medicine Association Dr. Angela Fitch.

The search for a missing teen who may be the victim of sex trafficking; a girl says she was lured into sex trafficking by a man she met online; former athletes and assault survivors Jon Vaughn and Trinea Gonczar partner to fight sexual abuse.

Dr. Phil gives viewers a sneak peek at what happens when the show ends: after the taping, the often-lively exchanges continue, and the cameras keep rolling; Chris' neighbors saved his life by performing CPR while he was having a heart attack.

Angel-Rose discusses how every night she is attacked by spiritual entities similar to ghosts from the astral plane.

Have you ever wondered what happens to the people involved in tragic newsmaking stories after the spotlight is gone? Dr. Phil hears three stories of people struggling with the aftermath of having a dark moment in their lives reported on in the news. Sisters Ashley, Ebony, and Fallon say their lives were turned upside down when their younger brother, Jerome, was, according to them, falsely convicted of murder. Now, they say they can't figure out how to move forward. Then, Ian and Colleen say they are stuck after Ian was dubbed a hero for intervening in a shooting that tragically ended with one man losing his life. Ian says he has been struggling with feelings of guilt, grief, and frustration ever since, and that they have haunted even his happiest moments. And, Nancy says she thought she had dealt with her past sexual abuse and trauma but that it all came flooding back when she read a news article and saw that the person who she claims abused her was arrested for abusing other children – something she says she feels immense guilt over and even questions if she should be held responsible. Can Dr. Phil help these guests navigate their complex emotions and unusual circumstances?

Many Americans have faced horrific mass shooting tragedies throughout the country. Many lives have been lost on those catastrophic days, but many survivors have lived, and their traumas continue to haunt them for years. Dr. Phil hears stories from survivors and how their tragedies have impacted their lives ever since. Jena describes the day she narrowly escaped death in the Aurora, CO movie theater shooting. Sue Ann and Ashley say they both escaped the deadliest shooting in modern history at the Route 91 massacre in Las Vegas. And, Alexander recalls the recent Highland Park, IL shooting on the Fourth of July, where he and his family ran for their lives to find shelter. Hear how they're healing now and what they're doing to move past tragedy.

The loneliness epidemic is real, and it's affecting younger people in startling numbers. A 2020 survey on loneliness found an increasing correlation between social media usage and feelings of loneliness. Another study found that young people express a statistically significantly greater degree of loneliness after 'conversations' on the Internet compared to face-to-face conversations. Dr. Phil talks with a group of Gen Zers and millennials who express their thoughts and emotions about their feelings of loneliness, including their struggles with the social stigma of sadness and feeling alone.

Critics say that Americans pulling the 'victim card' seems to be at an all-time high. What are the forms of victimhood and types of people who have a victim mentality? What dangers does a trend toward over-sensitivity, negative thinking, playing the blame game, and entitlement pose for our society? Sam is a skateboarder and recent college graduate who is currently living in his van with his kitten in Los Angeles. He says he is not working and wonders how he is expected to remain positive when bad things just seem to happen to him all the time. Pastor James Ward, founder of INSIGHT Church and author of 'Zero Victim: Overcoming Injustice with a New Attitude,' says victimhood culture causes the alleged victims to bully others into accepting their ideologies, and we must start creating better, stronger people who do not see themselves as victims. Trauma therapist and author of 'Through The Glass,' Shannon Moroney, says even though she personally experienced an unbelievable tragedy, she does not believe in people believing they have no responsibility to take care of the wounds inflicted upon them. Shaunelle Curry, professor at CSU Long Beach, says Americans see many people's unresolved and unacknowledged historical pain playing out and wrongly call it 'victimhood.' She believes instead of criticizing people for airing their grievances, we should listen. Dr. Scott Barry Kaufman is a cognitive scientist and humanistic psychologist, founder and director of the Center for Human Potential, and co-author of 'Choose Growth: A Workshop For Transcending Trauma, Fear, And Self-Doubt,' with Jordyn Feingold. His 2020 article for Scientific American titled 'Unraveling The Mindset of Victimhood' was very popular, as he analyzed in an easy-to-understand way the groundbreaking Israeli study 'The Tendency for Interpersonal Victimhood' by Rahav Gabay et al. What does Dr. Kaufman say he believes victimhood is linked to?

Stories of innocent citizens being brutally attacked by complete strangers who have long and violent criminal histories have become all too common. Many claim these attacks are a result of soft-on-crime policies enacted by 'woke' and 'progressive' district attorneys and other elected officials. They claim this pro-criminal agenda emboldens criminals and allows them to stay out of jail and prison while leaving residents unsafe and victims abandoned. Others contend criminal justice reforms are needed to fix a broken and unjust criminal justice system. Dr. Phil has a powerful discussion with people on both sides of this issue. Plus, Dr. Phil speaks with Olympic volleyball medalist Kim Glass and former Los Angeles County Deputy District Attorney Irene Lee, who both claim they were attacked by the same man, a reported violent career criminal, who they say should never have been allowed to walk the streets. And, Dr. Phil speaks with a current Los Angeles County Deputy District Attorney who claims his boss has 'hijacked' the DA's office and placed the rights of criminals above those of victims.

Disbarred personal injury attorney Alex Murdaugh, from one of the most prominent families in South Carolina, was recently convicted of the 2021 murders of his wife, Maggie, and youngest son, Paul. Hear from one of the jurors and what he says sealed Murdaugh's fate. Plus, former Prosecutor Loni Coombs and Court TV reporter Vinnie Politan discuss Murdaugh's alibi, how the timeline of the night of the murders was crucial, and the numerous lies Murdaugh told.

Three families with one thing in common: they say their daughters, collegiate student-athletes, were suffering in silence before they died by suicide. They say their daughters faced immense pressure to balance it all, something that many student-athletes face, but often don't express due to the stigma around mental health. All three families are pushing for change and more conversations about mental health on campus. Then, Thomas, a current student-athlete, shares his story of struggling with mental health as a D1 football player. He attempted to take his life but now shares his story as a message to others who may also be suffering alone.

Rapper/songwriter Brooklyn Queen says four years ago, a complete stranger began contacting her and trying to connect with her. Why? She says the woman was claiming to be her birth mother and was insisting on reconnecting with her. However, Brooklyn Queen says there is absolutely no way this can be true because her mother, Kimberly, is her biological mother, and she was not adopted. Brooklyn's parents, Kimberly and Duke, say they have no idea why this woman believes their daughter is hers. Kimberly and Brooklyn Queen asked to take a DNA test in hopes that it would finally convince this woman that Kimberly is in fact Brooklyn Queen's mother. What do the results reveal?

Rachel fears that her friend Simone is being scammed by someone online pretending to be singer Omarion, and Simone wants the truth; online romance scams; Dr. Phil and Robin share their experience with their identities being stolen online.

Parents trust caregivers to watch and keep their children safe, but what really happens behind closed doors when caregivers think no one is watching? Dr. Phil is joined by families who claim they have experienced horrific situations at the hands of daycare providers. Keegan and Alissa say their worst nightmare came true when they discovered their 2-year-old daughter, Reign, was one of several children allegedly terrorized by several employees at their child's daycare. Kimberly, who also had a child in the same class, says she doesn't believe the owner is responsible. Why? In a different case, Ken and Kelly say a DCFS investigative unit contacted them regarding allegations of child abuse at their then-3-year-old's daycare. Find out what happened to the owner and the teacher. Then, Dr. Cathy Grace and Dr. Kenya Wolff, Co-Directors of the University of Mississippi Graduate Center for The Study of Early Learning, say there is a childcare crisis in America. Dr. Grace says high-quality childcare is crucial for children's social and academic development. Dr. Kenya says parents need to be informed about state agencies that can help protect their children.

School nurses administer more daily medication for ADHD than any other chronic health condition. In December 2022, the Drug Enforcement Agency warned that over prescription of ADHD medication could be as bad as the opioid crisis. Is medicating children for ADHD a troubling trend or an appropriate response? Megan says her 7-year-old son has always been a handful, and when she finally made an appointment to discuss this with his physician last summer, the recommendation was medication. Hear why she says she's worried and blames herself for his behavior. Then, Cassie and Carl say their 3-year-old twin boys were acting so wildly during an evaluation that their doctor said she hadn't seen a case of ADHD so bad in a long time. Now that the boys are medicated, what does Cassie say is her biggest worry? And, Dr. Daniel Amen, founder of the Amen Clinics and New York Times best-selling author, and psychiatrist Charles Sophy weigh in on whether kids are overdiagnosed and overmedicated for ADD and ADHD. 

Did you watch the Super Bowl? Since 2018, roughly 30 states have legalized sports betting, including 21 that allow it online. In the last 12 months, around one-in-five U.S. adults say they have personally bet money on sports in some way -- and COVID-19 drove 64% of people to spend more time and money on online gambling. So, chances are if this topic doesn't affect you, it is affecting someone you know. The legalization of sports betting has raised concerns about gambling addictions – and if sports fans are taking their 'love of the game' too far by online gambling. Dr. Phil talks with Charles, a self-admitted gambling addict, who says he hasn't gambled in two months but fears he could again. Dr. Phil also hears from Trell, a sports gambling influencer, and Sean Green, co-host of 'The Sports Gambling Podcast,' on what they claim are 'pros' of sports gambling. Then, Gary says he was a compulsive gambler from age 18-40 and now advocates against sports gambling. And, Natasha Schull, author of 'Addiction by Design: Machine Gambling in Las Vegas,' weighs in. Don't miss this passionate discussion about a topic that's taking the world by storm.

The Murdaugh family were solicitors in South Carolina for three generations, leading prosecutions for their district and playing a key role in deciding which cases were prosecuted. The family was known for their position, power, and prestige. However, since 2015, personal injury attorney Alex Murdaugh and his family have been linked to a series of investigations for deaths, corruption, insurance fraud, defrauding clients, and now, murder. Recently, 54-year-old Alex was indicted on two counts of murder and two counts of possession of a weapon during the commission of a violent crime for the 2021 killings of his wife, Maggie, and youngest son, Paul. Dr. Phil and his panel of experts discuss key points and evidence from the trial, which began on January 23, 2023. See police bodycam footage of Alex at the crime scene, including his interview with police in the cop car. And, the experts analyze Alex's behavior on the night of the murders. Could Maggie and Paul have been killed for financial reasons? And, why did Murdaugh wear two different outfits on the day of the murders? Plus, hear testimony from Murdaugh's mother's caretaker, and see a video that prosecutors claim blows up Alex's alibi.

If you think only guilty people confess to crimes, think again. Innocent people are often convicted after they provide police with a false confession. What could possibly motivate an innocent person to confess to a crime they didn't commit? Atif Rafay claims he was forced into confessing to a crime he says he did not commit. In the summer of 1994, 17-year-old Atif was home from Cornell University, hanging out with his high school best friend, Sebastian Burns. On July 12, when they returned home sometime after 2 a.m., they say they walked into a brutal scene. Atif's parents and sister had all been bludgeoned to death. Atif, now 46, has been sitting in prison for 28 years serving three life sentences. Speaking to Dr. Phil from prison, Atif says two undercover cops posed as mobsters and lured the young men into thinking that they would be killed if Atif didn't confess to murdering his family. Dr. Phil dissects Atif's confession with his appellate attorney Daniel Woofter; attorney Laura Nirider, co-director of the Center on Wrongful Conviction; Dave Thompson, expert in interrogation training and certified forensic interviewer; and Innocence Project board member Jason Flom. Plus, documentary filmmaker and the director of Netflix's docuseries The Confession Tapes Kelly Loudenbergcovered Atif's story and tells Dr. Phil it was one of the hardest cases she investigated.

It's no secret that children who play contact and collision sports are at risk for head trauma and concussions. But the question is, should children be allowed to play these sports? Dr. Phil meets 17-year-old Sidney and her parents, Carlos and Kristen. Sidney says every day, she wakes up having almost no memory of the day before and is unable to recognize people she knows after sustaining a third concussion playing women's lacrosse. Then, Kimberly and Jan say they advocate for an age limit for children playing collision sports like football, but not everyone agrees. A debate ensues when Dr. Phil introduces fathers Lester Ricard Jr. and Barak Lurie, who both say the benefits of these sports outweigh the low risks associated with them. And, renowned neurosurgeon and concussion expert Dr. Patrick Johnson shares what he thinks about children playing collision and contact sports. Lastly, Dr. Phil speaks with Karen, a mother, who says playing football killed her son.

Cece is a high school senior who says she became addicted to social media when she was 12 years old. She claims Instagram algorithms took her down a dark rabbit hole, which led to an eating disorder. Last year, Cece and her mother, Candace, filed a lawsuit against Meta, Instagram's parent company, accusing it of 'causing and contributing to a growing mental health crisis among children and teens.' They say the big social media companies have not been held accountable for what many experts warn is a connection between heavy social media use and mental health issues in children. Another mother, Linda, claims social media content delivered to her 23-year-old daughter through algorithms led to her eating disorder. And meet Ian, a father whose 14-year-old daughter's 2017 death was recently ruled a suicide resulting from 'depression and the negative effects of online content.' Plus, Imran Ahmed, CEO of the Center for Countering Digital Hate, shares their new study, which may scare parents. And, two mental health professionals, Dr. Erlanger 'Earl' Turner and Kati Morton, give their advice on how to navigate social media with your children. It's an episode all parents need to see!

Have you ever had a neighbor that you can't stand? Nearly three-quarters of Americans dislike at least one of their neighbors. There's nothing quite like a bad neighbor to turn your little corner of paradise into a new kind of nightmare. In South Florida, iguanas are destroying people's yards and plants and damaging their property. And, feeding iguanas can attract more, leading to a nuisance for some South Florida homeowners. Dr. Phil speaks to Darren, an animal lover who says he doesn't see any problem feeding the green iguanas that are overpopulating the lake in his townhome community. Darren says he doesn't understand why his neighbors are so upset with him. He claims his neighbors are just jealous because the iguanas like him and don't eat his plants, while they eat all his neighbors' plants. Matthew says he lives three houses away from Darren and is tired of him feeding the reptiles. Matthew, who admits to having arguments with Darren and allowing his dogs to defecate in Darren's yard, says Darren is making the iguana problem worse. How does Darren respond to his neighbor? Darren's daughter, Ariela, and her boyfriend, Kyle, share how they feel about her dad's behavior. Plus, Perry Colato, owner of Redline Iguana Removal in the Miami-Fort Lauderdale area, joins the conversation to share what he says are proven risks of feeding wildlife in South Florida. Will Darren have a change of heart? Tune in to find out.

Baronica and Nathan say that on July 10, 2021, their then 9-year-old son shot his 8-year-old brother in the chest with one of six unsecured guns in their home. The parents bravely come forward to tell their story in hopes that other parents will learn from their mistakes. Then, Kristin says the last time she saw her 15-year-old son, Ethan, he was heading to his best friend's house. Within hours, she was informed Ethan had been killed by an unsecured gun in his best friend's house. Kristin has fought to have Ethan's Law enacted in CT, which ensures that parents are held accountable for the safe storage of their weapons. And, hear from Susan, whose daughter Amanda was sitting on a park bench when she was shot by a group of young people, leaving her paralyzed. Plus, Ryan Busse, a former gun industry executive who says he left the industry after seeing how fear tactics were being used to sell guns, joins the conversation. This is a show every parent needs to watch -- whether you own a firearm or not.

From social media and gaming to scrolling endlessly online, today's youth are more plugged in when it comes to digital devices. In fact, 50% of teenagers admit they are addicted to their devices, and today, you will learn why! Dr. Phil speaks with Brittney, who says her teenage daughter is so addicted to social media, she resorted to running away from home and living in a tent so her mother cannot restrict her WiFi and social media use. Dr. Phil also speaks with Tammy, who claims her 11-year-old daughter took her own life due to an addiction to social media. Tammy hears for the first time what her daughter posted online weeks before her suicide. Plus, Dr. Phil meets Mark, whose 16-year-old son shot him and then killed his mother after Mark claims they took away a violent video game he was addicted to. And, Dr. Nicholas Kardaras, who is widely considered the foremost digital addiction expert, explains how screen time can seriously affect the development of a child's brain.

Have you heard the saying 'Men age like a fine wine but women age like a glass of milk?' Despite the fact that celebrities like Jane Fonda and Jamie Lee Curtis are redefining what it means to be a 'silver fox,' there is still a huge double standard when it comes to women and aging. Many women say when they hit a certain age, they feel invisible, washed up, and unwanted. In an open discussion, Dr. Phil finds out how women feel about the pressure of aging. Supermodel and writer Paulina Porizkova, 57, is famously candid on social media for shutting down those who think her face needs 'fixing' or that she should not be posing in a bikini at her age. Porizkova tells Dr. Phil that women need to embrace their wrinkles and their age. Sixty-year-old Tami says she's so self-conscious about her age she sometimes won't leave the house. Thirty-three-year-old Fifi says she's consumed by her fear of aging. And, 54-year-old Terry says between her throat wattle, age spots, wrinkles, and bifocals, it's impossible to look in the mirror and feel good. Plus, meet mother/daughter duo Elisa and Lily who are the co-founders of Stylelikeu, a website focused on self-acceptance. They are also the brains behind the documentary series 'What's Underneath Project,' where people, like Porizkova, talk about their vulnerabilities while slowly stripping down to their underwear.

Sherri Papini, a mother of two from Redding, California who was called 'Supermom' by her family, disappeared on November 2, 2016 Reportedly while jogging near her home. Three weeks later, she turned up battered, burned, and bruised, with a chain around her waist. Was she taken against her will? Or, was she the real-life 'Gone Girl'? Papini claimed she'd been abducted by two Hispanic women who branded her and planned to sex traffic her. But behind the scenes, investigators were unraveling a twisted web of deceit and manipulation. Now, five years after she vanished, Papini is behind bars -- but her story isn't over. Dr. Phil speaks with Captain Pat Kropholler who was in charge of the case and says he suspected from the start that this might be a sick hoax. Also, go inside the investigation and see police evidence photos and interrogation videos of Papini's twisted lies.

Laura admits to driving drunk thousands of times but says she's only been 'caught' three times. Laura admits that even after receiving her third DUI, she still didn't learn her lesson and totaled her car after she hit a guardrail, flipped over, and was saved by her airbags. Laura says she doesn't want to drink and has tried to stay sober but claims the alcohol always wins. Laura says right now, her mother, Shirley, believes she's 82 days sober but what Shirley doesn't know is that Laura didn't make it past 55 days and is drinking again. Laura says she has continued to drive drunk and drinks while driving. Laura says she wouldn't be able to forgive herself if she hurt someone while driving intoxicated, but she can't seem to fight her addiction. Dawn and her daughter, Katie, share their tragic story of when Dawn's car was struck by a drunk driver killing three of her children. Is this the wake-up call Laura needs to put down the bottle for good?

DNA testing is bringing the era of keeping family secrets to a close. DNA tests spur paternity surprises and lawsuits -- as anyone can pay $50 and then show up on your front doorstep and claim you're related. This is making some people's lives better but ruining others. The tests are easy -- but is it worth turning your family upside down? At-home DNA tests have become hugely popular in America, and today, several guests share their DNA shockers. Plus, find out what you should know before taking a DNA test.

When minors violate the law, should parents be held responsible? Should prosecutors provide these juveniles with resources instead of putting them back on the streets with no punishment or locking them behind bars? Is putting a minor in jail helpful or harmful? Santiago claims his son, Bryce, ran over a police officer and crashed into a house, yet he has only been charged one time and never locked up. Santiago says the system is broken and he is fearful his son will be killed or end up dead unless he suffers some sort of consequence for his actions. Ashley says she has the opposite problem with the system; she claims her son is locked up for minor things, such as behavioral issues, which aren't crimes. Michelle claims the system has failed her as a parent because the law never helped with her son when he was a minor, and now that he is 18, he gets locked up. Alisa Blair, Policy Director at Pacific Juvenile Defenders Center, says she doesn't believe locking up minors helps their future. Former police officer Mo Canady and Judge Melisa Powers say they try to resort to school resources before locking a child up -- but sometimes, locking them up is the only answer.

The gruesome quadruple murder of four university students in Moscow, Idaho remained a mystery for seven weeks until law officials were finally able to track down a suspect, Bryan Kohberger. Law officials quietly collected clues that eventually led to Bryan's arrest in Pennsylvania at his parents' house. Police say Bryan's DNA from a knife sheath was left at the crime scene, and he allegedly went to the victims' house 12 times before their murders. 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 eerie details about the suspect. Plus, NewsNation Senior National Correspondent Brian Entin also reports live from Idaho to discuss additional information about this horrific case.

From everyday citizens who risked their lives to save complete strangers to people who have gone out of their way to help others, Dr. Phil speaks with real-life heroes. Teenage best friends Ethan, Chase, and Colin helped rescue two strangers from a dangerous house fire, and it was all caught on video. Find out why the fire chief in their community says these young heroes also saved the lives of his firefighters. Then, meet Anthony, who risked his life to rescue a man who was being electrocuted on a railroad track. Later, Savannah says she was shamed for her weight by a male passenger on an airplane. Find out how Chase, another passenger, came to her rescue. And, Dr. Phil speaks with Charlie Rocket, Founder of the Dream Machine Foundation, who does more than show kindness and compassion for others; he makes dreams come true for deserving people across the country. Matthew, a young man with cerebral palsy, had a dream Charlie Rocket made come true -- you may be shocked by what it was. Lastly, Dane risked his life when he dove into a freezing river to save a woman.

'Defund the Police!' It was a rallying cry in the wake of the tragic murder of George Floyd and a call to action against the undeniable brutality of some -- but not all -- police and the disproportionate targeting of black Americans in arrests, shootings and killings. Many say the sentiment was right but the slogan was misleading. Now, more than two years later, hear from citizens who say it has been a dangerous debacle that has led to unprecedented levels of crime and violence in their cities because law enforcement budgets were cut or diverted. However, others insist that's not true – they claim it's just a national misinformation campaign to divert attention from the real issues in their communities that not only need police protection but also protection from those charged with guarding their safety and security. So which is it? Dr. Phil has a passionate discussion with experts on both sides of the issue. It's an episode you don't want to miss.

Do you ever feel nervous before posting on social media? Have you ever censored your own thoughts because you worry that you could be criticized or even canceled for posting your beliefs? Dr. Phil and his guests discuss the self-censorship debate on the internet and social media, including the fundamental misunderstanding about the true extent of 'freedom of speech' under the First Amendment. Kimberly, a University of Tennessee doctoral candidate, claims her college violated her freedom of speech after a professional conduct committee determined that she had posted unprofessional content to her social media. What rights do colleges have to spy on personal social media posts? Also, Tehran Von Ghasri, a comedian who performs on college campuses, says cancel culture has gone too far. How does the fear of being canceled affect the jokes he performs for college students or content he posts online? Alexandra, a social media influencer and business owner, says giving opinions about COVID got her censored and three accounts closed. What did she say to get canceled? Dr. Phil also talks with Attorney Robert Shibley, a Senior Fellow at the Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression (FIRE), who says over half of Americans are not saying how they feel for fear of offending others or being canceled. Jessica Levinson, an attorney and a Clinical Professor of Law at Loyola Law School, provides an explanation on the boundaries of the First Amendment. And, Gabrielle Gambrell, a Columbia University and NYU professor, says that social media sites are obligated to monitor hate and dangerous speech. Plus, find out which emojis you are probably using right now are deemed outdated or inappropriate

Dr. Phil and his panel of experts, including Dr. Dimitri Christakis, Director of the Center for Child Health, Behavior and Development at Seattle Children's Research Institute, and Former CDC director Robert Redfield, continue their discussion about whether the COVID-19 pandemic was mishandled. How do we close the gap for elementary school children who have 5.53 million years of life hanging in the balance because of disruption of learning? Are we doing enough to fix the damage of the pandemic for children? Do schools need to open year-round now to make up for learning losses? Can we recover – and how? The experts share what each community needs to do and what questions parents need to ask their school district right now.

Teachers have always been held in the highest regard and viewed as role models in the eyes of society. Unfortunately, teachers are now underpaid, overworked, and looking for supplemental income because of today's economy. More than half of all K-12 teachers in the United States earn income from sources other than their teaching salary. There is a growing trend that allows teachers to make their yearly income in just one month: sex work on subscription social platforms. For some teachers, this has allowed them to live a new 'American dream.' Why is it acceptable for teachers to work side jobs in retail – and not through sex work? While activists are currently working to combat sex work stigma, critics believe teachers have a moral obligation to their students. Dr. Phil and his guests discuss a subject once thought of as 'taboo' but is now in the headlines for how teachers make ends meet.

Patty Prewitt is a 73-year-old mother of five, grandmother of 13, and great-grandmother. For the past 36 years, Patty has been serving a life sentence after being convicted of murdering her high school sweetheart husband, Bill. However, Patty has always maintained her innocence. The only recourse for Patty now is for Missouri Governor Mike Parson to exercise his constitutional power to grant her clemency. Dr. Phil discusses Prewitt's case with Patty's oldest daughter, Jane, Patty's friend Mary, and Patty herself from prison. Patty's attorney, Brian Reichart, tells Dr. Phil why he believes Patty deserves to be with her family. And, two state Representatives from Missouri, Shamed Dogan (R) and Tracy McCreery (D), have spearheaded a group of bipartisan lawmakers to sign a letter to the Governor begging for mercy. 'Wrongful Convictions' podcasters Jason Flom and Maggie Freleng also support Patty. Plus, Patricia Wright, who spent 24 years behind bars for a crime she says she did not commit, is now free and tells Patty not to give up.

The killing of four college students in Moscow, Idaho, has horrified the nation and left many wanting answers and justice. On November 13, between 3 – 4 a.m., couple Ethan and Xana, and best friends, Kaylee and Madison, were stabbed to death at their off-campus house. Police say two surviving roommates were asleep on the first floor and didn't wake up until later that morning. The families are speaking out, saying they are frustrated with the lack of information and answers. Forensic expert, Joseph Scott Morgan; former FBI Special Agent, Jonathan Gilliam; Criminologist, Dr. Casey Jordan; DailyMail Senior Reporter, Caitlyn Becker; and Cyber Sleuth, Lisa Marie, join Dr. Phil to discuss this mysterious case.

The Fair Housing Act was passed in 1968 to protect people from discrimination while buying a home or seeking a mortgage. After 50 years, black homeowners across the country still suffer from discriminatory practices and bias in the real estate and mortgage lending fields. Thirty-two-year-old Keisha says she knows firsthand about predatory dealings in the real estate industry. In a video that went viral and made news headlines, she says that when her grandfather passed away in 2020, she inherited his home and felt pressured into selling after being bombarded with letters offering to buy the property. Why does she say she fears racial discrimination will affect the actual value of her property? James and Misty say they've filed a federal discrimination lawsuit after a local real estate agent allegedly rejected their intention to buy condos based on their race. However, the accused agent denies she racially discriminated against them. Find out what James and Misty's civil rights attorney and advocate for social justice, Justin Moore, says about his clients' case. And, meet Chris Murray, an attorney who represented a client wrongfully accused of racial discrimination via 'steering.' This thought-provoking episode is one you won't want to miss.

Longtime watchdogs of hate speech say there's nothing new about the kinds of antisemitic comments that rapper Ye, formerly known as Kanye West, and others have made recently. But what has struck some experts is how blatant the comments about Jews are at a time when incidents of harassment, vandalism, and violence have been at their highest levels since at least the 1970s. Recently, Jewish community centers throughout Detroit and synagogues in New Jersey were evacuated due to bomb threats, and in Sacramento, the sign in front of a synagogue was set on fire and desecrated with swastikas. Dr. Phil is joined by a panel of guests to discuss recent incidents of antisemitism and solutions.

Have you found yourself fighting with friends over politics? Or, have you gotten mad at your dad for posting his support for the president? Were you surprised you married someone who bought a MAGA hat? Did you unfriend some of your friends on social media because you couldn't take it anymore? You are not alone! Politics has been taking a toll on relationships since 2016, and sometimes, it has even gotten violent. Many people don't have the ability to agree to disagree anymore. Rick and Barbara are married -- but she's a liberal and he's a conservative. When the 2020 election got underway, Barbara says she didn't know how to talk to her husband after she found out he voted for Trump. And, identical twin sisters Monica and Jessica say they may wear the same outfits and even finish each other's sentences, but politically, they are on opposite sides of the aisle. And, former Republican strategist and co-founder of the Lincoln Project Rick Wilson joins Dr. Phil to help make sense of why America is so polarized. He shares why he left the party and tips on how to communicate with someone who may not share your opinions.

Why would anyone ever join a cult? Well, more people than you think have joined what some call a 'cult like' environment without realizing it. People 'follow the leader,' the loudest voice or biggest trend, and soon enough, their whole life revolves around this new trainer, diet, and lifestyle. From fitness classes with 'God-like' instructors to trendy side hustles that are all over social media – you might not realize that these companies and people are using 'cult-like' tactics to lure you in and take your money, your time, and your loyalty. Cult deprogrammer and specialist Rick Alan Ross shares what elements make up a dangerous and destructive cult. Dr. Natalia Petrzela and Monica share their stories about being a part of different 'cult-like' environments in the fitness world and working in multi-level marketing companies. And, Sarah claims that she joined what she thought was a yoga and meditation studio but instead was a front for a dangerous group. Why did Sarah stay for nine years -- and how did she get out?

Dr. Phil talks with guests who have different opinions about tipping or giving gratuity for various services, such as a haircut, a manicure, or dinner at a restaurant. Walter admits he never tips and is completely against the entire tipping system. Jackson and Theresa, who have been working as servers, both say they believe in tipping others for a job well done. In fact, Jackson says he can even spot a bad tipper! Dr. Phil puts him to the test just to see how accurate his skills are. Then, meet Naam and Bryce who both say that modern tipping in this country has become way too aggressive. And, Etiquette Expert and Founder and CEO of Beverly Hills Manners Lisa Gaché gives Dr. Phil and his guests her views on tipping.

The conversation about the rise in mental health issues among young people continues. Dr. Phil speaks with 22-year-old Emma, who says she was a cheerleader and 'picture-perfect American girl' who appeared happy on the outside but was secretly struggling with severe anxiety and depression, which led her to make a near-fatal decision that changed her life forever. Ross Szabo, the wellness director at Geffen Academy at UCLA, the CEO of the Human Power Project, and co-author with Melanie Hall of Behind Happy Faces: Taking Charge of Your Mental Health, says he has ideas to implement more mental health education in schools. And, Massachusetts's Congressman Seth Moulton shares his latest project: the new 9-8-8 National Suicide Prevention Lifeline. Americans experiencing a mental health crisis or who are concerned about the mental health of a loved one are now able to dial 9-8-8 and get rapid, free, trained and confidential help from a network of 200+ local crisis centers nationwide.

On October 20, 2022, Dr. James Heaps, an obstetrician-gynecologist and oncologist at UCLA, was found guilty of five counts related to sexual assault and misconduct against some of his patients. Since his arrest in 2019, hundreds of alleged victims have come forward, claiming they were sexually assaulted during one or more of their wellness examinations with Dr. Heaps. However, Dr. Heaps continues to maintain his innocence. Today, four of his victims – Melanie, Ellen, Nicole, and Gaby – speak out and share their stories of the horrific abuse they claim they endured. Their attorneys, Darren Kavinoky and Jennifer McGrath, say things need to change now to hold predators and the large institutions who employ them accountable.

What creates a monster? As the popular new Netflix series Dahmer - Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story pushes the heinous crimes of the notorious serial killer back into the spotlight, what can we learn about what may have made him the evil he was? Do chilling home videos of Jeffrey Dahmer as a little boy show an innocent child before he became evil? Or, were the signs already there? His father reveals the red flags he says he missed.

The new series Dahmer - Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story may have landed the number one spot on Netflix, but it wasn't popular with everyone. Angry family members of Dahmer's victims say the controversial drama re-traumatized them and romanticized the notorious serial killer. You've seen Hollywood's version. Today, Dr. Phil is telling the real story and meeting the real people who say they knew the real monster that was Jeffrey Dahmer. In an exclusive interview, hear from the sister of one victim who says the series glorified the man she calls 'Satan,' as well as two men who say they were tortured and terrorized by Dahmer and survived.

Eleven-year-old Khloie, a young survivor of the Uvalde Elementary School shooting, remembers her best friend, Amerie, and the classmates and teachers she lost on that fatal day. Christine, a former student at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida, gives insight to Khloie and her parents, Jamie and Ruben, on what helped her get through the darkest days she faced after the shooting at her high school that took the lives of her friends and teachers. And, Tony, a father who lost his 14-year-old daughter, Gina, in the Parkland shooting, shares with Angel and Kimberly, whose 10-year-old daughter, Amerie, was killed in the Uvalde shooting, his four-and-a-half-year journey with grief after losing his daughter.

Have you ever been told by a doctor that your symptoms are all in your head? When a doctor dismisses a patient's health concerns as nothing more than the product of their imagination, some call it medical gaslighting. Dr. Phil meets several women who claim doctors didn't take them seriously, which led to major health problems. Philecia was 29 when she says her life came crashing down after an undiagnosed lump turned into stage 4 breast cancer. Then, a woman says she saw 30 different doctors within five years for migraines before she finally got a diagnosis. And, how did a 27-year-old woman go from a competitive runner to using a wheelchair and needing open heart surgery? Dr. Phil gives life-saving tips on how to be taken seriously at the doctor's office.

Next time you step out your front door, beware! Nowadays, people have no shame recording absolute strangers in public and posting the videos online for social media users to gawk at. From catching Karens in the act and filming unbecoming behavior in parks, stores, and on planes to recording innocent strangers and mocking their appearances and/or medical conditions, nothing -- and no one -- seems to be off limits. Should someone be able to film you in public without your consent and post it online? Some say absolutely; everyone who behaves badly is fair game and sharing their behavior online is about accountability and justice. They don't care about the repercussions the person may face after their behavior has been exposed. Others believe recording strangers in public is more about getting attention on social media and that even in public, people should have a semblance of privacy. Dr. Phil meets Jasmine, who claims she recorded and posted a video of a confrontation she had with an angry woman at a restaurant to get justice and force accountability. The woman in Jasmine's video was identified online by a man known as ThatDaneshGuy, who says identifying people in these videos is a way to help people get justice -- but does it do more harm than good? Criminal defense attorney Vikas Bajaj says these videos should not be posted online because they are often out of context. And, Lilly says she found out she was the subject of a cruel video post that someone had secretly filmed of her while sitting on a train in New York City. Lastly, is recording someone in public and posting it online legal? Dr. Phil speaks with attorney Mitra Ahouraian to discuss what rights people have in public.

Liz Gomes says she was brutally beaten by a homeless ex-con in a horrific attack caught on video. Her alleged attacker has spent time in prison for attempted murder and assault in the past, and Liz and her partner, Clement, say they want to know why this man was out on the streets to strike again. Liz and Clement say they question whether their elected officials will do anything about the surge of violence in their city. Don't miss the surprise Clement has for Liz that brings tears of joy to the audience. Next, meet Marcus Arbery. Almost three years ago, his 25-year-old son, Ahmaud, went jogging in a Georgia neighborhood and was shot to death after being chased by a trio of white men. Marcus says he's on a mission to fight in his son's name to get more people to understand why their vote counts.

Sadly, interest in becoming a teacher or remaining a teacher is reportedly the worst in our nation's history. Dr. Phil tackles the teacher shortage, the 'Great Resignation' of teachers, low student standards, teacher frustrations, and new laws in states like Arizona that put teachers with non-traditional backgrounds in classrooms. Other states are pushing universities to expedite teacher certifications, and some districts are hiring student teachers who are still enrolled in college to be full-time first-year teachers. Dr. Phil and his panel of guests also discuss possible solutions to the country's falling student performance in math, science and reading according to OECD's PISA 2018 international world ranking of developed nations.

Some believe there is a growing trend, particularly among younger women, to dress more revealingly than ever before, leaving many women concerned that showing more skin and wearing less in public has become socially acceptable and normalized. These detractors claim women are choosing provocative wardrobe choices for the wrong reasons: to attract men and online followers. However, women who are choosing to wear the clothing in question claim they should have the freedom to wear what they want and shouldn't be 'slut shamed' or forced to censor their wardrobe. They claim women who have a problem with it are from an older generation with an even older sense of fashion and style. Nicole, a social media fashion influencer and wardrobe stylist, says showing more skin is all about female empowerment. Radio show host Andrea Kaye and Kent State University Associate Professor Dr. Suzy D'Enbeau weigh in, explaining why they disagree and believe dressing in a revealing way is not actually empowering to women at all. Plus, Dr. Phil meets Nicole, who claims she was denied entry at Disneyworld due to her outfit. She says when she posted a video of her story online, she was 'slut shamed' and even received death threats because of her outfit. Dr. Phil also speaks with Marie, a mother who says she is concerned about her 19-year-old daughter's safety due to what she wears. Are people just asking for more modesty, or is this another case of telling someone else how to live their life?

There is a raging national debate between people who are pro-life and those who are pro-choice. Nancy Davis is one of the women caught in the crossfire of the abortion debate since Roe v. Wade was overturned. Nancy says she was about 10 weeks pregnant when the fetus she was carrying was diagnosed with acrania, a fatal condition where the fetus' skull does not form inside the womb. She claims she tried to have an abortion, but doctors denied her, saying she'd have to carry the baby to bury it because, in her home state of Louisiana, abortions are banned. Dr. Phil speaks with pro-choice advocate and President of the National Organization for Women, Christian Nunes, and Lila Rose, pro-life activist and president/founder of Live Action, a non-profit anti-abortion organization. The debate gets heated with several audience members from both sides arguing over when they believe life begins, including civil rights attorney Ben Crump, Jess Meeth from Democrats for Life, Louisiana Senator Katerina Jackson, and Susan Swift from The Right to Life League.

Sextortion, when someone blackmails you into providing them money, images of a sexual nature, or sexual favors by threatening to release your graphic information, videos, and/or pictures, is real and is not only happening to adults. College students and young kids from kindergarten to teens in high school are also becoming victims. Parents, this is a wake-up call because, in some of these cases, the results are fatal. Kaylee says she was a victim of sextortion from 12-16 years old. She says her sextortionists groomed her by pretending to be her friends online. Kaylee's mother, Angela, says she only found out when the FBI showed up at her door when Kaylee was 19. Sierra, Kaylee's best friend, says she was also groomed by the same men as Kaylee, but neither of them knew about the other until years later. Then, meet Carol whose 15-year-old daughter, Amanda, was sextorted and tragically took her own life. Sergeant Sean Pierce, Commander of the Silicon Valley Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force, and Angelie Donzanti, Crime and Intelligence Analyst with the San Jose Police Department, join the conversation and reveal what to look for and what not to post online.

There are shortages of everything from flights and airplane pilots to teachers, baby formula, certain foods, workers, and more. Dr. Phil discusses how shortages are affecting us and how we can overcome these hard times. The Points Guy, Brian Kelly, gives tips on how to travel, get cash back, and go on a dream vacation -- or have extra money to pay your bills -- by using points. Economist Dr. Victor Claar explains the shortages our country is facing and how we can make things a little easier at home.

Bullying in 2022 comes in many forms, and the internet continues to be the most popular way to deliver this toxic and cruel behavior. Bullying is a severe threat to a child's self-esteem and mental health. Being targeted by a cyberbully can increase the risk of anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, feelings of worthlessness, and, most tragically, suicide. But not all bullying is long-term. In fact, the heavy psychological toll this kind of harassment takes can often be swift. Meet Cheryl and Hunter, whose 16-year-old daughter, McKenna, took her own life after being bullied by four girls she thought were her friends. They say that after less than five days of being bullied, McKenna could no longer cope and made the tragic decision to take her own life. The parents say their daughter went to shower on a Saturday evening, and they never saw her alive again.

As a whole, Baby Boomers, those born between 1946 -1964, believe they have worked hard, sacrificed, and paid their dues – and that the younger generation is entitled and sits on social media all day, expecting to get everything handed to them. However, Gen Z, those born between 1997 – 2012, blame Baby Boomers for the current state of the environment and the economy. Since 2019, the hashtag #okboomer has been used 3.7 B times on TikTok to describe a Baby Boomer being 'out of touch.' Is Gen Z really being coddled, whereas Boomers 'pulled themselves up by their bootstraps'? And, how is that affecting their mental health? Dr. Phil discusses these generational differences -- societal values, work ethic, use of technology -- and if these two generations, 50 years apart, are really that different, after all.

Dr. Phil discusses harm reduction, the concept of treating drug abuse like a medical issue and providing addicts with paraphernalia, such as clean needles in a safe space, and free housing regardless of whether or not they test positive for drugs. Michael Shellenberger, author of 'San Fransicko: Why Progressives Ruin Cities,' says he believes that America's approach to drug abuse, crime, and homelessness has gotten too soft. Los Angeles resident Marcy Jo agrees and says open drug use and homelessness in L.A. have gotten out of control. On the other side of the debate is California State Senator Scott Wiener, who wrote Senate Bill 57. The bill would have legalized safe consumption sites in San Francisco, Oakland, Los Angeles and Los Angeles County, but was vetoed by Governor Newsom in August 2022. Weiner says he was extremely disappointed that the veto blocked life-saving legislation. Maia Szalavitz, author of 'Undoing Drugs: The Untold Story of Harm Reduction in the Future of Addiction,' is a recovering heroin and cocaine user who says harm reduction saved her life. She says although harm reduction is not a cure for addiction, it can keep people alive until they can recover.

Some believe self-censorship is a big problem today, particularly in light of the idea that someone can be 'canceled' for their words -- blocked from having a prominent public platform or career for sharing their opinion. Dr. Phil interviews Nate, a former Idaho police officer, who claims he was fired after making a TikTok video about NBA superstar LeBron James that went viral and has been viewed over 4 million times. Nate explains how the fallout from the video affected him and his family, too. Dr. Phil also speaks with conservative political commentator Tomi Lahren, who says she recently had to be protected by state police from student protestors at the University of New Mexico. Greg Lukianoff, president of the Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression, says he believes Americans have lost the ability to discuss their differences rationally. And, Dr. Shaun Harper, founder and Executive Director of the USC Race and Equity Center, says he is firmly against hate speech and feels people need to be more mindful about the effects of their words.

We've all heard of children being bullied in the schoolyard and teens being bullied online. But did you know that 48.6 million adults have been bullied as adults -- by adults -- at work? The bullying, which can take many forms, including exclusion from professional activities, verbal attacks, isolation, rumors, and humiliation, is often hard to prove and difficult to report, and there are few laws protecting against it. Meet a woman who claims that, after years of workplace bullying, she finally chose her physical and mental well-being over being able to pay her mortgage, so she quit her job. Then, another woman says, 'The most cold, calculating, and unexpected villain a woman will ever come face to face with at work is another woman.' And, meet a man who claims that his workplace bully led him to contemplate taking his own life. Find out what stopped him. Plus, hear from a woman who alleges she was bullied when she worked for a multinational financial services company. By the end of this episode, you will be able to identify if you are being bullied at work and will learn what you can do about it, how to move on and overcome the psychological trauma, and how to make sure it doesn't happen again.

As Americans begin to emerge after two-and-a-half years of enduring the COVID-19 pandemic, the real toll of the decisions made by the government and politicians is starting to show in children, teens, and families across the nation. One mother says the closure of schools during the pandemic caused her daughter's behavior to wreak havoc in their home as she struggled with online distance learning. A couple claims financial hardships took a toll on their family and caused an even further divide in their parenting decisions and relationship. And, a college freshman says she felt completely unprepared for her first year of school. Psychiatrist Dr. Charles Sophy joins Dr. Phil to help these people reclaim their relationships with tools from his new book, Family Values: Reset Trust, Boundaries, and Connection With Your Child.

Cultural appropriation, to many, means people with a privileged status taking cultural identity markers from members of a minority community without permission or acknowledgment. This can include language, art, music, literature, clothing, food, beauty standards/traditions, social norms, customs, and values. So, does that mean that a Caucasian person can't own a Chinese restaurant? Can a Latina wear braids or locks? Should children never wear Halloween costumes that depict another culture, ethnicity or race? When does admiration turn into appropriation, and is the argument against appropriation just? Does the anti-appropriation movement ever turn into a form of racism? Meet a young woman who says she received death threats for wearing a dress from another culture, a woman who says she was called out for cosplaying a Japanese anime character, and a woman who says people need to stop stealing other cultures' foods and calling them their own. Dr. Neal Lester, Foundation Professor of English at Arizona State University, Brittany Collins, influencer and business owner, and Amala Ekpunobi, PragerU personality and host of the podcast Unapologetic LIVE, join Dr. Phil for a passionate debate.

Fentanyl, a synthetic opioid, is plaguing the country and killing some of the most vulnerable people: children and young adults. Not only are counterfeit prescription pills routinely laced with Fentanyl, but so are street drugs like cocaine and marijuana, which is killing people in masses. Feliz shares the tragic story of losing her sister, Karina, to a mass fentanyl poisoning that killed her and four other adults. Also, John, a father, says he watched both his sons overdose in his home after taking what they thought was Oxycodone but instead was a counterfeit pill laced with fentanyl. One of his sons survived and shares what happened on that fatal night.

When it comes to children and sports, many believe there is a huge problem with entitled athletes. Are athletes being coached to believe they are individually more important than their teams and that the rules simply don't apply to them? Dr. Phil sits down with parents, athletes, coaches, and students who all say yes – but they strongly disagree about who is to blame. A coach claims parents are to blame due to modeling outrageous and entitled behavior. However, the sports parents in Dr. Phil's audience push back, claiming coaches need to stop blaming them and start blaming themselves. Then, meet a referee who wrote an emotional email to parents informing them he was quitting due to their sideline behavior. And, a former all-American quarterback talks about the dark side of college sports. Plus, ESPN investigative reporter Paula Lavigne reveals some of what she has uncovered.

An umpire gets punched in the face by an upset mother, a worker gets a drink thrown in her face over a 25-cent overcharge on cheese fries, a customer rips a cash register off the counter after an order was made incorrectly, and a man gets so angry on the road while driving that he ends up dead. It sometimes feels like it has gotten too dangerous to leave the house because people's fuses are so short. What has happened to America? Why do people feel that they can do anything to anyone these days, that rules just don't apply to them, and/or if they don't like something, they have the right to intimidate, verbally abuse or even physically assault you? Dr. Phil speaks with people who have experienced firsthand when someone blows their fuse.

Dr. Phil delves into the dangerous fraternity rituals putting young men at risk. One of these young men, Danny Santulli, was at a fraternity pledging event at the University of Missouri in October 2021. By the end of the evening, Danny was in the hospital with a blood alcohol content six times the legal limit. He survived, but is no longer the Danny that everyone knew. He suffered severe brain damage, lost his eyesight, can no longer speak, feed himself or walk, and spends his days in a wheelchair being cared for by his family. Hear what happened the night everything went tragically wrong and see the shocking surveillance video. Plus, Danny's family shares a glimpse into the aftermath of this tragic incident and how difficult life is day to day.

Jennifer says she had no idea her 11-year-old daughter was using he/him/they pronouns and a different name while at school. She claims this went on for months before it was brought to her attention. Jennifer says she believes she should have been involved in the conversation from day one, and questions whether school faculty members may have been encouraging her daughter's transition. Dr. Phil invites experts Eli Erlick, Dr. Yalda Safai, and Asra Nomani to dive into the complex debate over gender identity and transgender inclusivity in schools today.

Dr. Phil continues his conversation about the rise of hate crimes in America. Joey, a Jewish man, says he was assaulted in New York City by a gang who punched, kicked, and pepper-sprayed him on the street while shouting antisemitic slurs. Now, one year later, Joey says he's tried to move on but still can't understand that level of hatred. Find out what he says happened in the attack that made national news and landed Joey in the hospital. Then, Rabbi Aryeh Cohen shares some insight as to why hate crimes against Jewish people are sometimes ignored. Plus, meet a former white supremacist, Christian, who explains the psychology behind people who commit acts of violence due to extreme feelings of hate. And, Becky Monroe, Deputy Director of Strategic Initiatives and External Affairs for California, shares insightful information after tracking hate crimes across America, and law enforcement analyst Mark Powell explains why police officers do not immediately assume an incident is a hate crime, even with video evidence. You won't want to miss this revealing episode.

In June 2022, the United States Supreme Court stripped away constitutional protections for abortion that had stood for nearly a half-century. Pro-life supporters cheered on the ruling, while pro-choice supporters pledged to fight it. Now, in a post-Roe America, women are caught at the center of legal confusion because of these often-vague state laws. Nancy Davis says she was about 10 weeks pregnant when the fetus she was carrying was diagnosed with acrania, a fatal condition where the fetus' skull does not form inside the womb. She claims she tried to have an abortion, but doctors denied her, because in her home state of Louisiana, abortions are banned. In an exclusive interview with Dr. Phil, Nancy and her partner, Shedric, reveal what she had to do to get a legal abortion. Nancy's story is at the center of one of the decade's most controversial and heated debates: abortion. Today, hear from both pro-choice and pro-life advocates.

Lisa says her boyfriend Ted's anxiety has completely taken over both of their lives; simple things like picking out his outfit for the day, cooking, or going up the stairs can overwhelm him, so she does these things for him.

Tiffany has allowed her mother-in-law, Nellie, to live with her family several times, but it did not go well; her husband, Chris, says he's extremely concerned for his mother's wellbeing, and wonders whether they should move her back into their home.

Members of the public and law enforcement discuss the perceived lack of safety on American streets and the rising conflict between civilians and police; singer Clare Dunn says she was assaulted by a rideshare driver.

Sue says she lied to police when she told them that her husband, Tim, abused her. Wracked with guilt, she recanted her testimony, but the judge didn't buy her new story. Body language and behaviour experts give their opinions.

Dr. Phil devotes his platform to shine a light on the 2015 disappearance and subsequent death of 18-year-old Ebby Steppach; a story that dominated national news. Ebby's body was found in a drainpipe in her hometown of Little Rock, AR.

Christy says her 17-year-old son, Cameron, is mean, disrespectful, and has been physically and verbally abusive toward her. She says the last straw was when Cameron refused to take an at-home drug test and blew up at her.

Stuart says he has been smoking marijuana for 50 years and has spent over $1 million on pot in his lifetime. Stuart says his addiction to marijuana is so strong that he smokes over 100 times a day just to stay 'stoned' all day long.

Dr. Phil continues his conversation with Sara and her husband, Jason. Sara revealed a secret she had been hiding for nearly two decades, that Jason's violent temper sometimes has left her battered and bruised.

Danielle says her marriage to Josh is 'totally toxic.' She claims not only has he repeatedly cheated on her, but he's also physically abusive. Josh claims he's bipolar, which is what causes him to become physical with Danielle and to cheat on her.

A model stabs her boyfriend to death inside a luxury Miami high rise. Shocking video shows Courtney Clenney, a social media influencer who boasts millions of followers, wearing a bikini top and covered in her boyfriend, Christian 'Toby' Obumseli's blood.

Yvette and Steve have been married for 28 years, but Yvette says the past 15 have been a nightmare because she claims Steve has been cheating and hacking into her phone to cover it up. Steve says her accusations are completely false.

A woman had Dr. Phil investigate three men she was talking to online. Two years later, she contacted Dr. Phil and asked for his help with one of the men.

Dr. Phil takes a closer look at the psychology of obesity. First, Dr. Phil meets a woman who used to weigh 700 pounds but now advocates for living a healthy lifestyle. Then, hear from a woman who says she is body positive and proud.

Alicia and Shaniqua claim they had an abusive upbringing with their mother, Naretha, and that their lives are still affected by it. Naretha admits she wasn't perfect and says she regrets not being able to open up to her kids.

Elaine and Cory update Dr. Phil on the details of the case since Mark was found guilty last fall and sentenced to 48 years in prison. Then, hear from Cheryl, who appeared on Dr. Phil eight years ago, to find out what happened to her two grandchildren.

Dr. Phil interviews Anna Delvey from the detention facility where she currently is being held, a friend of Anna's speaks out, and Dr. Phil meets the videographer who traveled with Anna on a lavish vacation to Morocco.

Dr. Phil examines the psychology behind the behaviors of those in the public eye. A panel of experts discuss the case of Jussie Smollett. Plus, Dr. Phil's experts discuss the infamous slap between Will Smith and Chris Rock at the 94th Academy Awards.

Dr. Phil sits down with Cecile and Pernilla, the two women who starred in the Netflix documentary, 'The Tinder Swindler.' They each met the man on Tinder and believed he was their Prince Charming. But they say he conned them out of their life savings.

Pattie says her son, Ridge, was a star football player and athlete in high school. But once in college, Pattie says he began experimenting with drugs and alcohol. After a particular hazing incident, he returned home with unusual behaviour and tics.

Deanna says she's been really down on herself ever since she started losing her hair and was diagnosed with alopecia a couple years ago. Her best friend hopes Dr. Phil can change her attitude. He enlists the help of celebrity wig maker Amy Gibson.

As a string of high-profile stories dominate the news, Dr. Phil addresses the complex issue of suicide; family members left behind discuss working through their immense grief.

Seventy-three-year-old Linda says she is currently raising her grown daughter, Angie's, child -- and this isn't the first time she's raised one of Angie's children. Linda's sister, Joanie, says the stress has left Linda with terrible health issues.

We all see the news reports of homelessness in America. But what's most shocking is the divide over the cause of this human suffering -- and how to fix it. Dr. Phil speaks with advocates, experts, residents, and people currently experiencing homelessness.

As the world is more connected online, beauty trends spread quickly, constantly redefining what beauty means. Dr. Phil discusses how the standards of beauty have changed and how some are rebelling against what they believe are outdated societal standards.

Baylen, who struggles daily with tics and OCD due to Tourette Syndrome found support online when she shared her struggles on TikTok. Lele Pons, who also suffers from OCD, Tourette's and depression, has had a different experience with social media.

Dr. Phil analyzes how life has changed for Black Americans since the deaths of Breonna Taylor and George Floyd and the subsequent Black Lives Matter protests. He meets with Dr. Shaun Harper, Rashad Turner, Lydia Pope, Natasha Scruggs, Allison Mahaley.

Dr. Phil and his panel of experts and people who are on social media, uncover the plusses and minuses of social media and what it is doing to our culture.

Dr. Phil continues his conversation with Jane, who recently sold her dream home and has sent her online boyfriend, 'Jonathan,' close to $1 million dollars. Today, Dr. Phil sends a producer to Miami to look for 'Jonathan.'

Former inmates, Debra and Tiheba join Dr. Phil to discuss the abuse they experienced while incarcerated. While the two agree that individuals should be punished for crime, they believe no one should experience the same abuse as they did.

Dr. Phil invites everyday citizens, members of law enforcement, and policymakers to discuss the wave of violent crime that is on the rise across the country.

Ida, a woman who had two sets of twins before she was 19 writes to Dr. Phil to help break the cycle of dysfunction. Ida feels that she failed to protect her daughters from the dangerous situations that led to her own youthful indiscretions.

A night that was supposed to be fun night out with friends ended up turning into the worst night of a woman's life. Arrested for a crime she didn't commit, a mugshot and false charges made it to the news, viral, leaving her embarrassed and upset.

Dubbed as 'The Miracle Lady,' Carly was successfully resuscitated by her husband after being electrocuted. Family say she may have survived but she is not the person she used to be, exhibiting odd and troubling behaviour.

Nicole and her husband Marc turn to Dr. Phil for help. He says he's angry because he's 100% sure that she's cheated on him. She says she's been faithful. Dr. Phil reviews Marc's evidence and tries to help them save their marriage.

Ex-University of Michigan athletes say the team's doctor, Robert Anderson, sexually assaulted them; coach Bo Schembechler's son makes the same accusation; Trinae Goszcar, who survived abuse at the hands of Larry Nassar, inspires the men to speak out.

Tyler says she needs Dr. Phil's help on getting her life back to normal. In May of 2020 she lost control of her car and hit a tree. When police arrived, instead of helping her, they arrested her. She has been suffering from a mental illness since then.

Michelle says she wonders if her rocky divorce from Michael drove her son Logan to use drugs. She says their divorce was messy, there were accusations of cheating, the police were called, and their children witnessed it all.

Dr. Phil tackles the controversial topic of cryptocurrency: digital currencies that are being hailed as the future of finance by some and a scam by others.

Samantha says after her husband of nine years, Zachary, accused her of cheating, lying, and using drugs, and saying people were following him home from work, she separated from him for three months. After reconciling, Zachary's paranoia got worse.

Dr. Phil meets two LGBTQ+ activists who answer general questions about pronouns and their overall importance. Then, Dr. Phil meets a host and author who disagrees. Next, Dr. Phil talks to a communications professor who specializes in gender and feminism.

Tony Fort was just 10 years old when he says a man his mother trusted to watch him began grooming him, brainwashing him and sexually abusing him. Tony says he was vulnerable and lonely and he believed the older man was his best friend.

Abby says her 17-year-old son, Aidan, used to be a straight-A student but has now turned into a stealing, violent, wannabe gangster. She says the teen's behaviour is so out of control that he has physically pushed her and has broken down their front door.

Dr. Phil continues his conversation with Taylor and her mother, Jan, who both agree that Taylor is suffering from trauma. Hear why Dr. Phil questions if mother and daughter may have a dysfunctional relationship.

Junior says he has had enough of his 17-year-old daughter Ollie's stealing cars, physically fighting and running away; she says she is a normal teen doing normal teen things and that she had to raise herself during her parents' years of drug use.

Parents say Critical Race Theory is being taught in K-12 schools, poisoning the minds of children and keeping racism alive; author James Lindsay calls CRT 'Race Marxism'; a teacher says children need to learn about the racist history of the U.S.

Monica's life consists of lying in bed, unable to eat solid food due to C-diff. Her mother, Stephanie, says taking care of Monica has become a full-time job, and gets accused of enabling her.

Lori received a phone call claiming she was eligible for thousands of dollars in federal grant money. Lori said she needed to send thousands in gift cards to someone claiming to be a federal grant officer before she could receive her lucky payday.

Holly first appeared on Dr. Phil in 2004 where she revealed that she was hiding an alcohol addiction. It's been 17 years, and Holly is still sober but now her tumultuous relationship with her teen daughter, Ella.

On November 30, 2021, it is alleged that 15-year-old Ethan Crumbley opened fire at Oxford High School in suburban Detroit, killing four students and injuring seven others. It is the deadliest U.S. school shooting on a K-12 campus since May 2018.

Dr. Phil launched a private 'Phanatics' Facebook group last season, where superfans gain exclusive access to news, content and a 'Dr. Phil' community. Today, members of Dr. Phil's 'Phanatics' group discuss common problems and real solutions.

Lauren Dumolo, a young mother, disappeared over a year-and-a-half ago. She seemingly vanished into thin air. Theories and questions continue to mount as her last known whereabouts do not add up.

Today, meet two young adults who desperately need Dr. Phil's advice. Patriece and Eric say their son, Erin, is ready to drop out of college to pursue his dream of becoming the next big social media star.

BillieSue admits she enabled her now adult children, Alex and Hana, so badly that it's akin to child abuse. She says her enabling turned them into hateful, disrespectful menaces to society.

Jessica says her once successful Uncle Ed had a long-standing career in the aerospace industry but lost everything in just six months. She says he left his home, marriage, children, and job and began street performing and preaching as 'Cowboy Tygg.'

Whoever said being in a long-term relationship was easy? If you're wishing you were married, thinking about getting married, or are married, you won't want to miss this episode. After 21 years of marriage, Paula says she's thinking about divorcing her husband, Jeremy, because, in her words, he's 'clueless, absent, and non-verbal.' But Jeremy says the real problem is Paula. He says not only is Paula controlling, but she's a grudge-holder, too, and won't move on from a mistake he made almost 10 years ago. Find out the mistake Jeremy made, and Dr. Phil gets to the bottom of why Paula is so controlling. Plus, Dr. Phil and Robin share the secret to their 45-year marriage.

Cassie insists her teen daughter's behavior is the root cause of her family's dysfunction, despite her husband, Jonah, being addicted to drugs and alcohol and endangering their children. Dr. Phil presents Cassie with a difficult choice: pick your children or your husband. Cassie's mother, Sandy, also joins and says she believes her granddaughter's behavior will never improve until her parents get their act together. What will Cassie decide?

Inside the madness of Astroworld, Travis Scott's Houston festival, a mass casualty event leaving people dead, children clinging to life and attendees traumatized. Attendees reveal the horror they saw and families file lawsuits.

Nancy is dating 'Shaun' online, but her son and his wife believe she's being scammed. After refusing to appear on Dr. Phil last season, Nancy's family has finally convinced her to talk with him and his staff about the man she's never even seen a photo of.

In their first national television interview, Don and Candus Wells speak about their missing five-year-old daughter, Summer. The couple thought reaching out the public would help, but they became of cyberbullying and accusations.

Undercover Detective Dennis Wustenhoff lived in Long Island with his wife and three children when he was murdered by a bomb planted under his unmarked police car. Police suspected he was targeted and killed, but now his family says they know the truth.

Christine says her divorce from Tom 14 years ago affected all of the children, including her quadruplets. While she says Tom was abusive, he denies it, saying the kids are out of control; meanwhile, the kids say Tom is too controlling.

Dr. Phil welcomes controversial YouTuber 'Agent Sebastian,' who runs a page called 'Cart Narcs.' He posts hundreds of explosive videos of him apprehending shoppers in parking lots who do not return their shopping carts.

Sandi says she will soon be flying to Nigeria to marry her 22-year-old fiancé, Peter – but her three daughters say not if they can stop her. Sandi's daughters say she is being scammed for either money or a Green Card.

Dr. Phil continues his conversation with Brittany, who claims her dad is being scammed by his online fiancée. Charlie still hopes to get married when they meet in person. Charlie finally meets the real women in the photos face-to-face.

Dr. Phil continues looking back on the past 20 years. Updates include toddlers, what happened to a daughter who faked 10 pregnancies, a violent 12-year-old and a former all-star athlete turned heroin addict. Dr. Phil has another surprise for Robin.

Tom says he's 100% convinced that his fiancée Teaka is cheating on him. He set up secret surveillance cameras inside their home so he can monitor her alleged infidelity. Teaka swears she's never cheated and feels like a prisoner in her own home.

Fallon was rejected by a party bus heading to a nightclub because of her appearance; a video went viral after Korisa fell into an icy lake; Eric wants Taylor to work out with him and eat healthier; rock star Nikki Sixx (memoir 'The First 21').

Keira and her stepfather, James, face off after discussing an argument they had two years ago that led to James calling Keira a racial slur; James also admits to hitting Keira when she was a child; Keira's mother returns to the stage without her.

On August 13, 2019, 37-year-old Andrea Knabel, an outgoing and devoted mother of two who volunteered for a group that helps find missing people, disappeared; it turns out that Andrea was hiding several secrets about her risky behavior.

Michelle says her 9-year-old son, Raymond, has screamed, cursed, and punched others since the age of 3 -- and even recently gave his grandmother a black eye! Michelle says she's exhausted spending so much time trying to keep up with Raymond's latest diagnoses and trying new medications that doctors prescribe for him. But Michelle's family members say they want to know if Raymond's issues are real or if he's just choosing to act out? Certified Behavioral Analyst Megan St. Clair and Child and Family Psychiatrist Dr. Charles Sophy work with Raymond and his family and weigh in on the possibilities with Dr. Phil.

On an early June morning in 2007, 32-year-old Chris Vaughn was found limping away from his SUV with two non-fatal gunshot wounds. His children, 12-year-old Abigayle, 11-year-old Cassandra, and 8-year-old Blake, were found dead, seated together in the rear passenger seat, each shot twice. The body of Chris' wife, Kimberly, was in the front passenger seat, slumped over the center console with a single contact gunshot wound under her chin. Chris' handgun was found on the floorboard near her feet. Five years later, a jury convicted Chris of murdering his family, and he is now serving four life sentences. Chris' parents, Gail and Pierre, sit down for their first television interview with Dr. Phil to tell him why they believe their son is innocent.

Dr. Phil welcomes back previous guest Heather and her daughter, Marissa, who is rebelling in dangerous ways, and reads a chilling text exchange in which Marissa says she has attempted to kill her mother.

Gabby Petito's parents are all interviewed together for the first time since the 22-year-old 'Van Life' vlogger's body was discovered in Grand Teton National Park in Wyoming, as the manhunt for her fiancé, Brian Laundrie, continues.

Former guest Lydia, 80, aka 'Glamma,' meets three wealthy eligible bachelors, who each take her on a date; Annie, 82, is a social media influencer with more than 250,000 followers; Ernestine, an 85-year-old bodybuilder, trains clients half her age.

Emily says her childhood was full of dysfunction because her mother, Linda, lived a double life as a suburban housewife and a drug-addicted 'madam' who oversaw two brothels that serviced rich and powerful men.

Megan and Brandy say their 69-year-old grandmother, Gail, is being catfished by a scammer posing as musical artist Post Malone, and they are worried for her safety and mental health; Gail wants to prove that the relationship is real.

Josh wrote to Dr. Phil desperate for help to save his brother, Dustin's, life. Josh says after years of battling addiction, there's one thing that his little brother just cannot quit, and that's his bulimia. His mom, Melissa, says she's a registered nurse but cannot save her own son. Dustin says he's tried everything to recover from his eating disorder, but nothing has worked.

Brian 'The Bull' Barbosa, two-time Interim World Middleweight boxing champion, admits there is something seriously wrong with his brain; Dr. Phil reveals the results of a state-of-the-art brain scan he set up for Brian to take.

Jenaye meets the woman with whom her husband, James, cheated on their fifth wedding anniversary; Chelsey says she believes she has done nothing wrong -- and that she, too, is a victim.

Fran says she's in love with a man she has never met and hopes to prove to everyone that not only is their love real, but he is real too; her siblings say he is only in the 'relationship' for the money -- Fran has sent him over $30,000.

A mystery in Mexico; a young firefighter is found dead at a luxury resort. Elijah Snow and his wife, Jamie, flew to Cancun for what was supposed to be a romantic trip to celebrate their 10th anniversary. But on the very first night, their vacation turned into a nightmare. Jamie says she woke up alone and discovered her husband was missing. Hours later, she says she was told he was dead, and she would return home without him. Authorities say Elijah's death was an accident, but in an exclusive interview, Jamie speaks out for the first time and claims it was murder. She reveals the evidence she says suggests her husband was brutally killed.

Maria says she has spent the past 20 years overwhelmed by raising her older daughter, Aly, who has been diagnosed with borderline personality disorder. Meanwhile, Maria says her 16-year-old daughter, Alayna, who was always well-behaved, is now acting out by vaping, failing classes, sneaking out, and disrespecting her. Alayna says she is fed up with having to raise herself and has recently moved in with her father, Rodney, to escape the constant fighting with her mother. Find out why Alayna's family pleads with Alayna to move back home – including her father.

Jill says she was an international beauty queen who had it all. She left the pageant world to get married and have her son, but after her divorce, Jill says she desperately wanted to compete again. That's when she claims her life turned a dark corner and something sinister began happening to her. And, Jill hasn't seen her son, Memo, in seven years. He says his mom just walked out the door one day and never came back, and he desperately wants to reunite with her. But is Jill excited to see him?

Dr. Phil delves into a murder that happened 21 years ago. Rob Will was 22 when he was convicted of capital murder and sentenced to death 19 years ago for shooting and killing a 38-year-old Sheriff's Deputy. But Rob denies he pulled the trigger -- and claims that the state of Texas has the wrong guy sitting on death row. Both sides are talking: the prosecutor who says the right man is behind bars, and those who believe that ballistic evidence and the lack of DNA don't lie.

Donna, her husband Ivy, and their children, Arielle, Elle and Michael, say that, as a family, they have been struggling to cope with Arielle's drug addiction for 10 years. Arielle says her past heroin addiction has caused the family to fall apart and that they all have issues with one another. Donna and Ivy say Arielle's drug addiction has also caused a lot of tension in their marriage. Can this family find a way to come together and rebuild their relationships?

Arielle says she has struggled with over a decade-long addiction to heroin. Her mother, Donna, and father, Ivy, say they've done all they can to keep Arielle safe – but is Donna helping or hurting the fragile situation? And, hear what their teen children, Arielle's younger siblings, say about how Arielle's addiction has affected them. Dr. Phil takes the first steps in addressing this family's situation in part 1 of a three-part Dr. Phil.

Eight months after Dr. Phil's exclusive interview with the leader of the religious group, 'Love Has Won,' Amy Carlson, also known as 'Mother God,' was discovered dead inside a Colorado home. Carlson's body was discovered in the small town of Moffat, Colorado on April 28, 2021, wrapped in a sleeping bag adorned with Christmas lights and glitter makeup around her eyes, which were allegedly missing. Seven apparent members of 'Love Has Won' were arrested on charges of abuse of a corpse and child abuse. Rick Alan Ross, CEO of Cult Education Institute and cult expert, weighs in on the fallout from her death and the future of 'Love Has Won.'

Dr. Phil continues his conversation with Michael, an entrepreneur, social media manager and organizer of the 2018 social media convention TanaCon, which shut down early due to security concerns. Since the event's shutdown made international headlines, Michael says he still receives backlash and death threats online on a daily basis. Dr. Phil's team conducted reference checks, and yesterday, Dr. Phil met a woman who said she attended the event and two former employees, who say Michael let money and success go to his head. Dr. Phil also spoke to a current client of Michael's who said Michael has been treated unfairly. Today, Dr. Phil meets one of Michael's former clients and a past roommate who make more claims against him. How will this get resolved? Find out today.

Kiara says when she was 36-weeks pregnant, her unborn child's heart stopped beating. She says instead of her mother, Teresa, being there for her, she disclosed the tragic news on social media before she had the opportunity to grieve her son's death. Even worse, Kiara claims her mother later blamed her for the death of her child and told her that she should have been the one to die instead of her son! Kiara says she doesn't think she can forget or forgive the horrible things her mother said, but Teresa says her words didn't come unwarranted – why? Teresa says she feels that both Kiara and her son, Kyrie, have resented her for years for her 'strict' parenting growing up. Teresa says she's tired of her children being ungrateful and treating her like she's just a 'dog' to them. Is it possible for this family to move forward from all the anger and resentment? Should Kiara forgive her mother?

Alexa says she's tired of watching her mother, Jen, make terrible decisions in life. She says her mother was given only four-to-six years left to live after her second cervical cancer diagnosis and refuses to do chemotherapy. On top of that, Alexa says Jen is an alcoholic who refuses to stop drinking alcohol when she knows it's killing her! Jen admits she is an alcoholic, but says she wants to restart her life. However, Jen also admits that she hasn't been 100% truthful with Alexa.

Most parents' greatest wish for their children is to be happy and healthy. But Angela says she disagrees with her adult child's lifestyle. She wrote to Dr. Phil because she says she is not happy with her child's gender identity. She says she cannot accept that her adult child, who was born male, wants to dress like a woman. Angela says her child, who identifies as Jaybies, is disrespectful and a bad influence on her 16-year-old daughter. But Jaybies says Angela is the one with the issue. She says she's been different her entire life, and her mom pushes her conservative beliefs on everyone.

Jennifer says she's engaged for the fourth time to the same man, Steven, and needs Dr. Phil's help to figure out if she should leave him now or find a way to save their relationship before they walk down the aisle. Jennifer claims Steven is an abusive, womanizing, sex-addicted, psychopath. She says their relationship has been in turmoil for three of the four years they've been together, but she doesn't understand why she can't ever seem to fully walk away. Steven claims the reason their relationship is so rocky is because Jennifer drinks too much alcohol and can't ever seem to let go of the past. Steven says he believes their relationship is worth fighting for and says giving up is not an option. Will Jennifer and Steven stay together, or is it time for them to part ways?

Dr. Phil continues his conversation with Gail and her two daughters, Stacey and Traci, who claim their mom has lost everything due to an online romance scam. Gail says that's not the case -- she insists her boyfriend of four years, 'Matt Hurley,' is the real deal but is stuck in Nigeria and can't afford a plane ticket to the U.S. Gail says for the past two years, 'Matt Hurley' has been staying at a hotel in Warri, Nigeria. When Dr. Phil sends a producer to that location, what does he find? And, Dr. Phil finds the man in 'Matt Hurley's' photos. Where is he located, and what does he have to say to Gail? Tune in today to find out. Plus, David McClellan from SocialCatfish.com shares what he says are quick and easy ways to confirm if someone really is who they claim to be online – and has a special offer for Dr. Phil's audience.

In part two of the mystery surrounding the tragic death of 3-month-old baby Lucas, parents Elke and Steven hear from a world-renowned expert regarding traumatic brain injuries and abuse in children. Find out what Dr. Phil learns about the possible timing and cause of Lucas' death.

Actress AnnaLynne McCord, known for her roles on 90210 and Nip/Tuck, says she is 'uninterested in shame' as she bravely shares her diagnosis of dissociative identity disorder (DID), formerly referred to as multiple personality disorder. Joined by her doctor, the star reveals why she made the decision to share her journey. She shares her experience of disassociating to deal with past childhood trauma, and how she healed. AnnaLynne says she is determined to work to help destigmatize mental illness.

Mya says she's tired of everyone in her life being jealous of her, wanting to be her, and tearing her down. She says even her own father, Jim, is 'so jealous' of her that he is trying to ride on the coattails of her internet fame! Mya says she livestreams her life 24/7, including while she sleeps, and one night, her viewers overheard her father yelling at her younger sister. She says in retaliation, her father kicked her out of his house and told her she was dead to him! Jim says after he kicked Mya out, he learned that she had become one of the most hated women on the internet for her insults, degrading language, and for berating a woman who allegedly was wearing a wig because she has cancer! Jim says Mya has been slandering his name on the internet, claiming he was abusive to her in her childhood, and says he wants to clear his name. Mya says her dad is nothing but a liar and everything she has said about her father is 100% the absolute truth.

Tamera claims that not only does she look exactly like Etta James, she claims she is Etta James reincarnated! Tamera says the four-time Grammy winner entered her body soon after her death in 2012. Ever since, she claims she's had visions of Etta James' life and says she is now ready to restart her music career and show the world that Etta James is back! But Tamera's mother, Debra, and Tamera's twin sister, Tia, claim Tamera is 'delusional' and not in any way Etta James. They say they absolutely refuse to call Tamera 'Etta,' which they say has led to the family completely fracturing. Later, Bishop T.D. Jakes, founder of The Potter's House Church, a non-denominational, multicultural church in Dallas, Texas, joins Dr. Phil to discuss the way we speak and why words matter. Bishop Jakes is also a New York Times bestselling author whose latest book, Don't Drop the Mic: The Power of Words Can Change the World, is in bookstores and online now.

Rachel claims she's a victim of sexual abuse, human trafficking, and mind control. She says she's lived a life of constant fear and abuse since she was a child and is still mysteriously triggered, controlled and violated. Her husband, Ben, says he believes his wife's story completely and wants her to be free from these triggers ruling their lives.

Vaping has become a popular alternative to smoking cigarettes, but is vaping safer or less addictive? First, Dr. Phil sits down with Carissa, who says she turned to vaping to quit her cigarette addiction and vapes 'practically nonstop.' Carissa's daughter, Alexa, says she's concerned about her mother's vaping, but claims Carissa doesn't want to believe that it could be potentially dangerous. Then, Dr. Phil meets 20-year-old Damion, who says he's certain he's going to be the next big social media influencer and R&B star. However, Damion's parents say he's 'lazy,' 'entitled,' and spends practically all his time in his room vaping! Are Damion's dreams destined to go up in smoke? Find out!

Jamie says for 17 years, she has dealt with OCD and the fear of throwing up. She says she is fearful to leave the house and feels safest in her bed. Jamie says she can't hold down a job because her fear of throwing up takes over her life. She says it gets so bad that she will get panic attacks where she will twitch and pull her hair three-to-four times a day. Her fiancé, Brent, says her phobia has caused tension in their relationship and hopes she can walk down the aisle on their wedding day. Jamie's parents, Kristi and Jerry, say their daughter's anxiety developed during her childhood.

The mystery deepens in the case of beautiful missing mom Maya Millete, who vanished from her home in California. Maya's sister and brother-in-law claim she was in a volatile marriage and just days away from meeting with a divorce attorney when she disappeared. They also claim her husband, Larry, isn't helping them search for her. Plus, a family friend describes his visit inside the home. He claims he saw fans blowing and the windows open, as if the place was being aired out. He also claims he noticed what looked like a freshly repaired hole in the couple's bedroom door. Her family says her children are asking, 'Where is mommy?' Where is missing Maya?

On the outside, 23-year-old Jen appears to have it all: good looks, a successful business, and a healthy 3-year-old daughter. But sadly, on the inside, Jen says she is living a nightmare and suffers from chronic anxiety. She claims that one of the main contributors is Chris, her ex-boyfriend and father of her daughter. Jen says she and Chris have a toxic relationship, and up until three weeks ago, they weren't speaking. Additionally, Jen's father, Steve, and Chris don't see eye-to-eye – as Steve claims Chris never provided for his family. Chris insists he's changed his life and wants to prove to Jen and Steve he's the man she deserves. Today, Jen, Steve, and Chris all sit down together for the very first time in almost a year to hopefully clear the air – but, will Steve allow Chris to get a word in? Are they able to move forward and learn to co-parent? Or, is it time to move on? Tune in to find out.

Karen says she's fallen in love and plans to spend the rest of her life with a man named 'Thomas,' whom she met online. But, Karen's daughter, Mindy, says there is no 'Thomas.' She says she is sure her mother is being catfished by a man she has never met or even video chatted with, who claims to be on an oil rig and stuck in the Gulf of Mexico. Mindy says her mother's heart is not the only thing 'Thomas' has stolen from her; he has also gone after money her recently retired mother doesn't have to give. Karen says she is a dedicated Dr. Phil viewer and has watched all his shows on catfishing, so she knows her 'lover' is real. She claims the fact that no one can prove he is a fake gives her great hope they will be together soon. Find out what happens when Dr. Phil provides Karen with evidence that she is being scammed. Will she believe the truth?

After 17 seasons and nearly 20,000 guests, Dr. Phil celebrates his 3,000th episode! Dr. Phil's studio audience is filled with some of your favorite guests from past seasons. From relationships on the brink of divorce to guests struggling with deadly addictions and disorders, find out how some of Dr. Phil's most memorable guests are now. And, you will not believe which former guest surprised everyone with an engagement ring and proposal on Dr. Phil's stage! Surprise guest messages from Oprah Winfrey, the Jonas Brothers, and more -- hear what they have to say about Dr. Phil's 3,000th milestone. Plus, find out the surprise that left Dr. Phil nearly speechless!

The last time we metMark Anthony and his Russian bride-to-be, Marina, they were counting down the days until their May 25, 2020 wedding, but the pandemic hit, and their plans changed. Marina was stuck in Russia, and Mark Anthony was stuck in the states, so they had a virtual wedding. But six days later, something happened that broke them up. Now, Mark Anthony wants to get back together with Marina and walk down that aisle again -- but will Marina want the same? And, does Dr. Phil think this is a match made in heaven?

Mia and Kiki say their 30-year-old brother, Forrest, lives in their deceased grandma's house in a room they call 'the cave.' They say he lives in filth, won't leave the house, is jobless and won't pay his bills. Mia and Kiki say their mother, Lesli, enables Forrest's behavior by bringing him food and money. Forrest says his family doesn't understand how hard it is for him due to his mental disorder, fear of getting sick, and rough childhood with his mom. He also claims he would rather be homeless than get his life together. The family says they're worried if Forrest continues to be lazy and unmotivated that he will end up on the streets.

He seemed like the perfect boyfriend, handsome and the well-respected police chief of a Texas town. But the multiple women he was dating soon discovered that Jason Collier was every woman's worst nightmare: a married man lying to not only his wife but also to his multiple girlfriends. In part two of Dr. Phil's exclusive interview, Collier answers accusations made by the woman who outed what she called his 'triple' life.

Stephanie says she and her partner of 15 years, Hal, are living a perpetual nightmare due to Hal being diagnosed with a rare condition where his body makes him legally intoxicated without actually drinking alcohol. Stephanie says Hal has been diagnosed with auto-brewery syndrome, and there is no clear cure in sight. Hal says he lives his life by the breathalyzer – one moment he can be stone-cold sober, and within an hour, he can be belligerently 'drunk,' stumbling, and very combative. This rare syndrome also affects Ray and his wife and caretaker, Sierra, and they both say this condition has taken a huge toll on their relationship. Hal, Stephanie, Sierra, and Ray all say they're desperate for a cure.

Ira was once a talented high school basketball player and even played in college. His mother, Chonte, says all of Ira's basketball dreams were destroyed once he was introduced to partying and drugs on campus. Now, Ira is walking the streets of Los Angeles homeless and using Fentanyl on a daily basis. But despite being homeless and using drugs, Chonte says her son refuses to admit he's a drug addict and pretends to live a lavish lifestyle on social media. Chonte says she's cut off Ira financially, but Ira calls his mother's 'tough love' 'bad parenting,' and claims his mother should be helping him get on his feet, especially since she has the money to do so. Plus, find out why Ira believes rehab is just a waste of his time, and see what brought this young man to tears.

It's a mystery that made local news and brought together three mothers under tragic circumstances. Two young people vanished and one was murdered within weeks of each other in Bakersfield, California. They became known as the 'Bakersfield 3.' In March 2018, Cheryl's son Micah disappeared. Two weeks later, Di's son, James, was shot and killed. The two young men knew each other, and so their moms believed the cases were connected. Then, two weeks after James' murder, Baylee, who was also in their circle, disappeared. The three mothers searched for answers and met for the first time with Dr. Phil in 2018. Since then, countless tips have come to the police, and there has been a heartbreaking discovery discussed with these families. Also, criminal charges have been made. Find out who among the 'Bakersfield 3' has been accused of horrific crimes.

Heather, a lifelong fan of Dr. Phil and a member of the Dr. Phil Phanatics fan group, drove 1,600 miles from Arkansas to Los Angeles to get help with her 15-year-old daughter, Marissa, whom she describes as 'Jekyll and Hyde.' She says one minute Marissa's an aspiring cardiologist with top grades, and the next, she's a pot-smoking car thief who admits to stealing her own mother's vehicle nine times. Heather says she is at her wits' end and does not know how to parent her daughter effectively. Dr. Phil invites one of the world's leading child behavioral experts on stage, Dr. Michele Borba, who works closely with Dr. Phil to impart potentially life-changing advice to Heather and her daughter. Watch while Dr. Phil encourages Marissa to tell her mother everything she is not picking up on when it comes to her needs. How will Heather react? Tune in to find out!

Jennifer wrote to Dr. Phil saying she believes the only way her best friend, Heather, will be leaving her relationship is inside of a body bag. Heather says she doesn't believe Collin is abusive, although she does admit that he has put his hands on her, ripped her clothing, and bitten her face. Collin admits that he once put his hands on Heather's throat while in a rage but says he never actually squeezed – although he did think about it. Collin says he doesn't believe he's in love with Heather like he used to be – so why are they both still fighting so hard to make this relationship work? And, is Collin actually abusive, or is he 'not that bad' like Heather claims?

Did you know Dr. Phil is the #1 daytime talk show in Australia – and currently airs in 55 countries and territories? Today, sisters Amy and Emily, from New South Wales, Australia, say that even though Dr. Phil is over 7,000 miles away – and on a different continent – he is the only person who can help their situation! Amy and Emily say their mom, Marie, and her partner, Gordon, are taking extreme measures to combat alleged poisoning by a neighbor – including daily diary entries, surveillance cameras, and even sleeping outside. Marie says since 2017, her life has turned upside down – she claims her house is engulfed with toxic fumes and is completely unlivable. The worst part of all? Her daughters don't believe her. What is the source behind the alleged toxic conditions inside Marie's house? And, why are Dr. Phil and Robin inside a tent? Find out on a Dr. Phil first – when Dr. Phil takes a virtual trip down under!