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Suicide: 5 Warning Signs and 5 Things You Can Do to Help
Suicide is the 10th leading cause of death in America. In fact, 121 people, of all ages and economic classes, commit suicide in the U.S. every day. According to the National Suicide Prevention...
Do You Know Your Alcohol Limit?
Alcohol and bad judgment can be a dangerous combination. Do you think you know when it's safe to drive after you've been drinking? Can you tell when you've reached the legal blood alcohol limit? Dr....
How to Talk to Someone You Think Needs Help
Mental health issues affect millions of Americans. Dr. Phil tells his viewers, "I wish I could tell you that there's a profile where we could predict who was going to become violent and who wasn't,...
Parental Action Plan for Change
If stress is causing you to abuse your children verbally, emotionally or physically, you can change your lifestyle and end the destructive behavior. Understand that you are a pivotal person in your...
Why Fighting In Front Of Kids Is Detrimental To Their Development
Pam says she is “raising” her 14-month-old grandson because she claims her daughter Ashlan would rather party and be a stripper than take care of her child. Pam claims Ashlan goes missing for days...
Gaming Addictive Behavior Audit
Computer games are supposed to be fun, but when a hobby turns into an addiction, virtual fantasy worlds can wreck real lives and ruin real marriages. Sixty-five percent of American households play...
Steps for Escaping Abuse
Abusive husbands come in all sizes, shapes and colors, crossing ethnic and age groups. Their anger often leaves their wives physically battered and bruised and emotionally broken. Dr. Phil follows...
What a Survivor Can Teach Us about Abuse
Amy says when she was 18 years old, she was held prisoner, chained up and raped by a man and his friends for over a year. She says she was subjected to his daily verbal and psychological torments....
Protecting Yourself From Sabotage
Have you made positive life changes and then been surprised by how others react? Do friends and family act as though your growth threatens them? Are they not supporting you in ways you expected them...
An Exit Action Plan: Guidelines for Leaving an Abusive Relationship
Planning a safe exit from an abusive relationship is a necessary and important step before breaking the ties with your partner. The National Domestic Violence Hotline suggests following these steps...
Alcohol Addiction Resources
Alcoholism is an out-of-control addiction. This year, Americans will spend more than $90,000,000,000 on beer, wine and spirits. If you or someone close to you has a drinking problem, contact the...
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