Monday - November 9, 2009

Dr. Phil Family Returns: Alexandra: Divorce and Custody

Viewers first met Alexandra when she was 15 and pregnant. Now, at 21, she's a mother of two, on the verge of divorce and facing two custody battles. Alex describes life with her husband, Chris, and explains why she wants to end their marriage. Find out why she wants full custody of her 20-month-old daughter, Leilah. Then, Alex's mother, Erin, says she's caught in the middle of the feud between Alex and Chris. Hear why she feels torn. Next, go behind closed doors for Alex's first meeting with her attorney and hear their strategy for the divorce and custody proceedings. Then, Chris speaks out for the first time. Learn his side of the story and how he feels about his soon-to-be ex-wife. You may be surprised by Alex’s behavior and Dr. Phil’s candid thoughts about the young woman.

Tuesday - November 10, 2009

Lazy Husbands and Cling-On Kids

To save money, it may seem like a good idea to take in extended family members under one roof, but tough economic times shouldn’t be a free pass for freeloaders! Dr. Phil speaks with people fed up with family members who aren’t contributing. Sandy’s 25-year-old daughter, Jamie, was unemployed and newly divorced when she moved back home -- along with two rambunctious kids and a dog. Sandy says Jamie doesn’t pay rent or help around the house, and she’s tired of being taken for granted. Dr. Phil helps this frustrated mother establish a new deal with her boomerang kid. Then, Debbie and Paul were sitting in the lap of luxury until Paul lost his job three years ago. Now this family holes up in a hotel room and is one step away from being homeless. Debbie says her husband needs to get a job -- any job -- or she’s walking. Why is it taking Paul so long to find employment? Plus, is it wrong for a grandmother to charge a fee for babysitting her grandkids?

Wednesday - November 11, 2009

How To Negotiate Anything

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

Thursday - November 12, 2009

Abducted by a Predator

It seems that every day we hear stories about women and children being abducted by strangers, and oftentimes never found alive. Recent news stories include the disappearance of Morgan Harrington, a 20-year-old Virginia Tech student who went missing during a Metallica concert, and 7-year-old Somer Thompson who was kidnapped and murdered while walking home from school. The parents of the victims speak out about their emotional struggles. Do you know the top methods predators use to lure women and children? And, are you posting information on social networking Web sites that could put you in danger? Tune in to find out legal, forensic and defense experts' advice for spotting predators, avoiding abduction and fighting off attackers.

Friday - November 13, 2009

Are You Ready?

Whether you're thinking about tying the knot, having a baby, getting breast implants, revealing a secret or breaking bad news, there's one question you want to know the answer to before you make a decision … and that is are you ready? Dr. Phil tackles these topics and more and offers tips to help you determine if you're prepared to make big and small changes in your life. Plus, find out the six questions you must ask yourself before you make any decision.

LAST WEEK'S SHOWS

- Dr. Phil Family Returns: Alex Confronts Family

- Risky Teen Trends: "Save My Son"

- Pressure for Perfection

- Are You Ready for Divorce?

- Top Three Ways You're Making Your Child Obese