Ep 272. Our Daughter, Who We Believe Has Faked Pregnancies and Stolen Money, Blames Her Behavior on Having Mental Issues
- February 12, 2018
Our Daughter, Who We Believe Has Faked Pregnancies and Stolen Money, Blames Her Behavior on Having Mental Issues is episode 272 of season 15 of the Dr. Phil Show. In this episode, Dr. Phil speaks with a couple who claim their daughter has been lying to them about being pregnant and even stolen money from them. However, their daughter insists that her behavior is due to mental health issues.
The parents of the daughter explain that they have been supporting her financially for years, but they became suspicious when she kept claiming to be pregnant but never went through with the pregnancy or provided any proof of medical care. They also discovered that she had stolen money from them, which led to them seeking out Dr. Phil's help.
As the episode progresses, Dr. Phil speaks with the daughter, who insists that she is struggling with mental health issues and that her behavior is a result of her illness. She claims that she has been seeking help but has not been able to find solutions to her problems.
Dr. Phil challenges the daughter's explanations and pushes her to take responsibility for her actions, while also encouraging her to seek out professional help for her mental health struggles. He also speaks with the parents about their role in supporting their daughter and how they may be enabling her problematic behavior.
Throughout the episode, Dr. Phil provides insight and guidance on how to address these complex and emotional issues. The episode raises important questions about mental health and accountability, and offers a thought-provoking look at the challenges faced by families dealing with these issues.
