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Welcome.
Monday - January 23, 2012
Kelli admits to drinking and driving on a regular basis and says she’s tired of being lectured about it. On a typical night out, the 40-year-old mother of two admits she’ll consume as many as 13 beers before driving home, but says her high tolerance for alcohol allows her to drive safely. Watch what happens when Kelli is put to the test! Then, Sarah, 30, says she didn’t think that she had a problem with alcohol, until while driving under the influence, she took an exit ramp at 72 mph, flipped her car and crash-landed upside down on a guard rail. Initially given a zero-percent chance of survival, Sarah spent 77 days in the hospital and has since endured more than 44 surgeries, including two facial reconstructions. Don’t miss Sarah's powerful message for Kelli — will it make an impact? And, when Ryan Dunn, star of MTV's Jackass, died in an alcohol-related car crash, it rocked the entertainment world and left fans, friends and two families devastated. Often referred to as "the passenger," Dunn's friend, Zac Hartwell, also perished in the wreck. In an exclusive interview, Zac's sister, Carrie, speaks out for the first time about her family's unbearable loss, her feelings about the fatal accident and how her life has changed forever. Can she let go of the anger she's been holding onto? Don't miss this moving and compelling show.
Tuesday - January 24, 2012
Can a relationship survive cheating? Meet two couples who say infidelity has pushed them to the brink of breaking up, and must now choose: stay together or end it for good! First, Candace says her boyfriend, Bryan, is a habitual cheater but she keeps taking him back for the sake of their 4-month-old child. She says Bryan has even flown across the country to meet up with another woman, and when she confronted him with a photograph to prove his philandering, he simply created a more elaborate lie. Bryan admits that he likes to flirt and that he has not been faithful, but claims that Candace has cheated too. Can their relationship be saved? Then, Amanda says she’s caught her husband, Dusty, emailing a woman on an adult social networking site, kissing a friend’s ex-wife and exchanging provocative text messages with yet another woman. Dusty admits he hasn’t been "perfect," but counters by accusing Amanda of being overbearing and blowing his indiscretions out of proportion. Don't miss Dr. Phil's shocking advice for this couple. Plus, both couples engage in an exercise that will decide their collective fate. Tune in to see who stays together and who calls it quits!
Wednesday - January 25, 2012
Are you struggling to tame your rebellious teen? Chris and Barbara say their 17-year-old daughter, Courtney, is out of control and turn to Dr. Phil for help. They say Courtney's hot temper has gotten her into hot water on numerous occasions, including seven suspensions, an expulsion, five school transfers and an arrest for punching her school principal -- for waking her up in class. Chris and Barbara say they’ve tried to discipline Courtney by taking away her cell phone and grounding her, but she still disregards their authority and continues to lash out. Courtney says she doesn't see a problem with her antics, enjoys acting out and proudly admits to stealing up to $5,000 worth of jewelry and cash from her parents, destroying her own room -- because they painted it the wrong color -- and calling the police on her teachers for sending her to the principal’s office. The teen also says that the only time she's truly happy is when she's consuming drugs and alcohol. But did one drunken night lead to an unthinkable act? Can Dr. Phil help set this teen straight? Parents: If you know a teen who’s heading down a dangerous path, this is one show you can't afford to miss!
Thursday - January 26, 2012
Twenty-year-old Mercedes was a vibrant, beautiful girl with aspirations of becoming a professional figure skater. But at a frail 79 pounds, those dreams are on hold as she battles anorexia and bulimia. Mercedes admits she restricts her eating to just 500 calories a day, oftentimes smokes marijuana to build up an appetite and drinks a six pack of beer -- which she usually purges -- to feel full. See the toll the eating disorders are taking on her body when Dr. Phil cameras visit her home for an interview. Mercedes’ mother, Patti, says she’s exhausted from dealing with her daughter’s illness and the manipulative behavior that goes with it. Has she given up hope? Learn why Mercedes says she blames her mother for her conditions, and why, despite the urging of doctors and threat of death, she is most petrified of recovery. Will she grab onto the lifeline Dr. Phil offers her? Then, former sitcom star Tracey Gold talks candidly about her battle with anorexia and how she overcame it. Hear her message of hope to other women struggling with the disease. Plus, one year ago, Jennifer sat on Dr. Phil’s stage weighing a mere 78 pounds. Don’t miss her amazing update!
Friday - January 27, 2012
Debby says she first tried the powerful painkiller Hydrocodone years ago after a back injury, and she’s been hooked ever since. The 58-year-old certified medical assistant admits to popping as many as 60 pills a day, calling in fake prescriptions and stealing from friends and family to feed her $600-a-month addiction. Struggling to pay her bills, Debby says she has even shot up heroin because it’s cheaper. She says her habit has cost her several jobs, and she even spent 15 days in jail for prescription forgery, but she just can’t kick it. She continues to seek jobs in the medical field and says she’ll do anything to get her next fix, including inflicting injury on herself and making appointments with as many as 100 different doctors in hopes that they'll write her a prescription. Debby says she has already destroyed her relationship with her daughter, Heather, and fears she’s also pushing away her son, Kyle, and mother, Marieta. Hear what they have to say about Debby’s drug dependence. And, see what happens when Debby faces Heather for the first time in eight years! Then, former Dr. Phil guest and recovering addict Joani gives Debby firsthand advice on getting clean. Will Debby accept Dr. Phil’s help? If you or someone you know is struggling with addiction, you won’t want to miss this show!
LAST WEEK'S SHOWS
Monday - Shot, Tortured and Left to Die
Tuesday - Teen Trends: Killer Numbers
Wednesday - Unusual Syndromes and Fears
Thursday - Teen Girls in the News
Friday - Cruise Ship Disaster
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