Dr. Phil Show Season 15 Episode 71 Weekly Ambulance Rides, Nearly 100 Doctors: My Mother Thinks She Is Dying, but It's All in Her Head
- January 4, 2017
In season 15 episode 71 of the Dr. Phil Show titled "Weekly Ambulance Rides, Nearly 100 Doctors: My Mother Thinks She Is Dying, but It's All in Her Head," the show follows the story of a woman who believes she is suffering from a mysterious illness and seeks help from doctors.
The woman is convinced that she is dying and has been experiencing a range of symptoms including dizziness, seizures, and fainting spells. She has been hospitalized numerous times and has seen nearly 100 doctors to try and diagnose her condition, but no one has been able to find anything wrong. Despite this, the woman remains convinced that there is something seriously wrong with her.
The woman's daughter is worried about her mother's health and believes that her fear and anxiety are contributing to her symptoms. She has tried to convince her mother to seek help for her mental health, but her mother insists that her illness is physical.
Dr. Phil steps in to help the family and encourages the woman to explore the possibility that her symptoms may be related to her mental health rather than a physical illness. Through a series of therapy sessions and consultations with mental health professionals, Dr. Phil works to help the woman understand the role that anxiety and stress may be playing in her symptoms.
The episode also explores the impact that the woman's condition has had on her family, particularly her daughter who has struggled to balance caring for her mother with her own responsibilities. Dr. Phil works to help the family communicate more effectively and find ways to support each other through this difficult time.
Overall, the episode offers a powerful look at the intersection of physical and mental health and the challenges that can arise when someone is dealing with both. It is a poignant reminder that seeking help and support, both from medical professionals and loved ones, is crucial when dealing with health issues, whether physical or mental.