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Topic : 05/11 Obsessive Love: On the Run

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Created on : Friday, May 04, 2007, 12:13:43 pm
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The incredible drama continues involving Jeffrey, an obsessive husband who won’t let go of his wife, Jennifer. After the last show, Jeffrey is on his way back to the treatment facility, when his anger gets the best of him, and he jumps out of the car and goes on the run. He finally calls his therapist from a taxi cab, but soon after is on the loose again. After four hours and a frenzy of phone calls with Dr. Phil show producers, see what Jeffrey demands. With the stress and pressure getting the best of her, Jennifer sits down with Dr. Phil to discuss their next step. In a hurried panic, Jennifer heads home and is shocked by what she finds when she walks in the front door. She takes her kids and flees to her mother’s house. Even though she’s in a safe place, why does she say she still lives in fear? Then, Jennifer’s attorney files papers and meets Jeffrey in front of a judge. Will Jeffrey be able to comply with the judge's orders? And, Jeffrey resumes talk with the Dr. Phil staff. What is he asking for? Jeffrey’s behavior continues to shock and mystify Jennifer and leaves her with only one choice. Share your thoughts, join the discussion.

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May 11, 2007, 7:03 am PDT

JEFFERY

WHAT A WHACK JOB!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!  
 
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May 11, 2007, 7:04 am PDT

LUNATIC!!

THIS GUY IS A FREAK'IN LUNATIC!!!!

HE NEEDS TO BE LOCKED UP FOR GOOD.

G.

 
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May 11, 2007, 7:07 am PDT

Ridiculous!

I am beyond shock that Dr. Phil didn't have better control over all this. He gave that woman every tool she needed to get this situation under control and yet she continued to play into Jeffrey's games.  What happened the nationally renowned divorce attorney who could get emergency papers to protect her? Oh, I see, he was “out of town!” What a joke!

 

That Iowa game where pictures of her showed up on a website snuggling up to men she didn't know was the last straw for me. Why the hell did she even take pictures like and how the hell did Jeffrey find them online? This whole show was nothing but a staged event and we've all been led to believe that it wasn't.
 
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May 11, 2007, 7:08 am PDT

he should be committed

When are the doctors treating this guy going to wise up and have him committed to a psychiatric facility?  He has proven that he is a danger to others( not himself of course, the narcissist). I know that's the criteria... the sad fact is that this situation exists  for too many women who don't have the protection of a "dr. phil". AT least she has a video diary she can provide the court who should commit this very sick person.  And that's a shame because this guy is terribly ill, But his disease of OCD is fueled by an ego that is riddled with entitlement issues. 

But that's not the point, the point is that until real education on the cycle of abuse occurs in elementary school girls and boys alike will grow up unaware that there should be zero tolerance for this behavior.  The thought police would never permit that, however, so we rely on television to inform us.  Unfortunately, we don't all get the happy ending that the networks show us. 

 
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May 11, 2007, 7:10 am PDT

RUN JENNIFER!!

RUN JENNIFER, RUN!!  I am in complete shock at the terror and horror this poor beautiful woman has lived with for all these years.  Jeffrey is a VERY sick man and I personally feel that he is completely unable and unwilling to change his behavior.  He completely justifies all of his actions by blaming his wife.   I truly fear how all of this will affect him - Seriously, could he get any worse. 
So many of you are right....Jeffrey's bizarre behavior did not begin with her affair.  Did anyone ever think that maybe she had that affair thinking that it would push Jeffrey over the edge and leave her??  Maybe she thought that it was her way out of this horrible situation.  I realize that it didn't work and most likely made things worse, but desperate people try desperate things.  I don't blame her for any of her actions...Jeffrey is a complete fruit loop.

JENNIFER, I PRAY THAT YOU FIND ALL THE STRENGTH, WISDOM, COURAGE, AND  SELF CONFIDENCE YOU NEED TO START A LIFE ON YOUR OWN WITH YOUR CHILDREN  :)  PLEASE DON'T BE SCARED....YOU HAVE ALREADY LIVED THROUGH SOOOO MUCH, YOU DESERVE A HAPPY AND PEACEFUL LIFE!!
~TRACEY
 
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May 11, 2007, 7:13 am PDT

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I wanted to ask Dr. Phil????   when Jeffrey was "suppose" to be getting treatment, WHY WAS JENNIFER EVEN ACCEPTING CALLS FROM HIM????  I feel if this is his addition, he should have been monitored and not been able to tap into her emails, or have ANY CONTACT WITH HER WHATSOEVER!!!!  Why was that allowed and WHY did Jennifer even pick up the phone when he obsessively and abusively was calling that night??????

 

jody

Ummmm, because the show wouldn't have any drama if she didn't talk to him?!
 
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May 11, 2007, 7:14 am PDT

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I am in no way condoning Jeffrey's actions, he is clearly mentally unstable. But my question is does he have reason to be jealous?  I mean she is getting phone calls from a man who says she was running through his mind. And she has had affairs in the past. Is she provoking him. Did Dr. Phil even discuss the things that she has done wrong in this marriage. Dr.Phil always tells people to own their part in something, so are we to think she had absolutely nothing to do with Jeffrey's behavior.
 
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May 11, 2007, 7:14 am PDT

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I noticed that he was saying "Thank you" to someone also, but I took it totally different than you did.  He was saying it in a sarcastic way, because she was not being nice.  He was just being a jerk.
 I agree as well, I think that she was mocking/laughing at him.  He was being completely sarcastic with his Thank you replies!!  What a nut job!!!!
 
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May 11, 2007, 7:14 am PDT

Jennifer-Get out while you still can!!

This has got to be the sickest man I have ever come across!  I understand that you feel trapped, Jennifer, but I am so glad that you are taking advantage of all of the generous help Dr. Phil is offering and GETTING OUT NOW!  Quite obviously, Jeffrey is willing to SAY he'll do anything, but actions speak louder than words, and when I saw the previews to Friday's show, it was clear that he is not willing to do the work.  Calling her 15 times a day and checking her personal emails while in treatment is not what I call doing the work!  You don't want your children growing up and thinking this is normal and acceptable behavior.  What is wrong with you people on the message boards who are taking his side?  This man has TERRORIZED his wife, whom he claims to love and cherish!  Okay, so she had an affair.  Does that justify what he has done?  I don't think so!!!!  Jennifer, you are in my thoughts as you gather the strength and courage to fight for yourself and your children.  Show them that they have an awesome, strong mother who loves them enough to do whatever it takes for you all to be happy again.

 
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May 11, 2007, 7:17 am PDT

Responsibility

I have followed Jennifer and Jeffery's story on the mornings it has been aired.  The first show I was totally sadened by all Jennifer was going through.  I still think what Jeffery has done is a direct result of mental illness and I hate Jennifer and her children have fell victim to such.  However; after all that has transpired in her life and with the situation far from being resolved or in a concrete direction of such-she seemed to set herself up for more abuse.  Even though she is entitled to happiness. I feel her attendance to a party and allowing her photo to be taken and displayed on the internet was not of good judgement. Things in life are not always our fault but they are our responsibilty.  Jeffery's illness is not Jennifer's fault but it is her responsibilty to protect herself and children to the best of her ability.  It seems she was receiving so much support that many do not receive in these situations that she would not have jeopardized the progress or put her life in danger. I wouldn't have added fuel to the fire but showcasing this new independence. It makes one wonder if Jennifer has become dependent of this abuse in order to feel normal and perhaps doesn't relaize it. I wish her much luck and pray that Jefferey receives some sort of treatment for his illness and those who has been affected by it all. Certainly, the children should be the very first priority.
 
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