In the last 10 years, the number of women arrested for driving drunk has risen by 30 percent, and police report that more and more young children are sitting in the back seat when these moms are pulled over. The nation was stunned by the tragic story of Diane Schuler, a New York woman who drove the wrong way on the freeway. Schuler, who reportedly had a blood-alcohol level of twice the legal limit, caused a fatality that killed eight people, including four young children. Legal analyst Lisa Bloom and District Attorney Kathleen Rice weigh in on this shocking story. And, meet Joni, a wife and mother of two, who says that she drinks throughout the day, and she admits that she has gotten behind the wheel after drinking. She says she received multiple DUIs and may face jail time. Dr. Phil gives the mom a sobering wake-up call.
Melissa says she was devastated when a video surfaced on YouTube of her dragging her son around a store on a leash. Although she was charged with a felony for cruelty to children, the mom maintains her innocence and says that she and her son play this game often. Is the video misleading? Can Melissa restore her damaged reputation? Then, Maureen says her husband, Dan's, military-style discipline may be harming their 9-year-old son, Joseph. She says Dan screams in Joseph's face, calls him names and even makes him hold up heavy objects as punishment! Dan says he's just trying to prepare his son for the real world. Find out what happens when Dr. Phil meets with the boy backstage. It's an emotional encounter you don't want to miss!
Do you think you know what your teens are doing at a school dance or even during the day when you're not around? Think again. A new documentary, Oral Sex is the New Goodnight Kiss, gives you an eye-opening and shocking glimpse into the world of teens and sex — a world your daughter, neighbor or babysitter may be participating in. Middle class girls are trading sex for money, drugs, luxury goods and popularity. It's not only boys you need to warn your daughters about. Hear a firsthand account and learn why other girls may be the biggest threat to your child. And, you'll be shocked to learn what kids are doing at prom — right in front of their teachers. If you're a parent, tune in to learn how to talk to your daughters about sex and protect them from falling into this trap.
From balancing work and family to changing diapers and attending soccer games, being a mom is a challenging job. Dr. Phil has advice for women who feel overwhelmed. Erica has four kids under age 7 and says she's overwhelmed with being a mother. She says she has no time to herself, she's tired of the tantrums, and some days she just wants to get in her car and drive off! Can the harried mom gain control of her children … and her life? Then, 15-year-old Katie says she wants to have a child by the time she's 20. She even dreams of having 10 to 12 kids one day! What's behind the teen's obsession? Will spending a day with Erica give Katie a wake-up call? Plus, Dr. Phil talks with a woman who went against tradition, gave custody of her three children to their father to pursue a childhood dream of writing a book.
Have you ever been the target of vicious lies, had your reputation ruined by false accusations or done something you wish you could take back? Kevin’s life was changed forever when a horrendous accusation was made against him and three other young men. Headlines were harsh and public opinion ran rampant when the young men were arrested for allegedly raping an 18-year-old Hofstra University student. Twenty-year-old Kevin was facing 25 years in prison when the victim admitted that she lied. Will he ever recover from these horrific false accusations? Dr. Phil speaks with Kevin and members of his family who are struggling to put their lives back together and move forward. And, Chelsea was horrified when a naked photo of her was posted on the Internet. Will she forever be haunted by a stupid mistake? Learn what you can do when your reputation is under fire.
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