Ep 197. Our 21-Year-Old Daughter is Gorgeous, Wild and Violent
- October 16, 2017
Our 21-Year-Old Daughter is Gorgeous, Wild and Violent is an emotional episode of the popular talk show, Dr. Phil. In this particular episode of the show, the guests are a couple, Bill and Jen, who are at their wits' end in dealing with their 21-year-old daughter, Nikki.
According to Bill and Jen, Nikki is a beautiful young woman, but her behavior is out of control. She's been violent with them, including hitting her mother in the face and destroying their home. They've been forced to call the police multiple times because of her violent outbursts. They describe her as being impulsive, manipulative, and having a complete lack of empathy.
Nikki has been diagnosed with bipolar disorder and has had several mental health hospitalizations. Despite this, she refuses to take her medication and lashes out at her parents when they try to discuss it with her.
Bill and Jen are desperate for help and have turned to Dr. Phil for guidance. They're at a loss as to how to help their daughter and keep their family safe.
Dr. Phil listens to their heartbreaking story and tries to understand the root of Nikki's behavior. He asks probing questions and suggests possible solutions to their problems. He also brings in a mental health expert to discuss the challenges of treating bipolar disorder.
Throughout the episode, Dr. Phil offers words of encouragement to the family and helps them to understand that there is hope for their situation. He emphasizes that Nikki needs to take her medication and that they need to create a safe environment for her to thrive in.
Our 21-Year-Old Daughter is Gorgeous, Wild and Violent is a difficult episode to watch, but it's also a powerful reminder of the struggles that many families face when dealing with mental illness. Dr. Phil's guidance and support for the family offer hope and guidance for others in similar situations.
