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    Dr. Phil Season 21 Episode 54 - Homeless Encampment Bans: Sweep or Stay?
    10.0/10(1 votes)

    #1 - Homeless Encampment Bans: Sweep or Stay?

    S21:E54

    California reportedly holds more than half of all unsheltered homeless people in the United States and the highest number of homeless encampments. Clusters of tent cities line almost every block. Beach paths, parks, underpasses and street dividers look like “Skid Row.” California’s problem is reflective of a growing national crisis, and now, major cities across the U.S. are taking aim at the issue by passing new laws that restrict where the homeless can camp. But, these new measures are sparking a heated debate. Dr. Phil is joined by a councilman who claims he has the solutions, as well as the Executive Director of the National Coalition for the Homeless. Plus, go inside some of Los Angeles’ most dangerous encampments, and hear from a homeless woman who says there is hope.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Marcial Rios Salcido

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  2. Dr. Phil Season 21 Episode 133 - Missing in the Dark World of Sex Trafficking
    9.0/10(1 votes)

    #2 - Missing in the Dark World of Sex Trafficking

    S21:E133

    The search for a missing teen who may be the victim of sex trafficking; a girl says she was lured into sex trafficking by a man she met online; former athletes and assault survivors Jon Vaughn and Trinea Gonczar partner to fight sexual abuse.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. Dr. Phil Season 15 Episode 8 - I Want to Give Up My Car-Stealing, Knife-Wielding, Twerking 13-Year-Old Daughter Who Tried to Frame Me for a Crime!
    8.1/10(30 votes)

    #3 - I Want to Give Up My Car-Stealing, Knife-Wielding, Twerking 13-Year-Old Daughter Who Tried to Frame Me for a Crime!

    S15:E8

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. Dr. Phil Season 21 Episode 78 - Busloads of Unauthorized Immigrants: What Should Be Done?
    8.0/10(1 votes)

    #4 - Busloads of Unauthorized Immigrants: What Should Be Done?

    S21:E78

    Thousands of asylum seekers from the Mexican border arrived in Washington, D.C. and New York City on buses sent by the governors of Texas and Arizona. The mayors of these cities asked for federal assistance because they believe this is a humanitarian crisis. Should the United States make it harder for people to cross borders? Dr. Phil debates that with the National Border Patrol Council President Brandon Judd and immigration attorney Saman Movassaghi Gonzalez.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Marcial Rios Salcido

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  5. Dr. Phil Season 5 Episode 6 - The Dr. Phil House: A Family's Last Chance (2)
    7.9/10(31 votes)

    #5 - The Dr. Phil House: A Family's Last Chance (2)

    S5:E6

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. Dr. Phil Season 14 Episode 1 - A Baby Ripped from the Womb: One Mother’s Nightmare
    7.4/10(6 votes)

    #6 - A Baby Ripped from the Womb: One Mother’s Nightmare

    S14:E1

    An attack in Colorado almost too brutal to believe: A fetus ripped from a mother's womb. Dr. Phil has the exclusive interview with brave survivor Michelle Wilkins, whose story made national headlines. A young mother-to-be, full of joy and happily preparing for her baby daughter's arrival, answered a seemingly innocent ad on Craigslist offering up free maternity clothes. She had no idea she was about to walk into her worst nightmare. Michelle went to pick up the clothing, but she didn't leave with new outfits; she left in an ambulance, clinging to life, without her baby. Her fetus was ripped from her womb. Michelle's inspiring story is one of incredible survival, love and loss.

    Director:Unknown
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  7. Dr. Phil Season 17 Episode 33 - My African-American Daughter Believes She Is Caucasian
    7.1/10(9 votes)

    #7 - My African-American Daughter Believes She Is Caucasian

    S17:E33

    Treasure, 16, is African-American, but aligns herself with European-Americans and has racist views against other African-Americans.

    Director:Unknown
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  8. Dr. Phil Season 14 Episode 3 - TV Star's Alcoholism & Depression Spiral Out of Control: Can His Career Be Saved?
    6.0/10(7 votes)

    #8 - TV Star's Alcoholism & Depression Spiral Out of Control: Can His Career Be Saved?

    S14:E3

    TV Star Nicholas Brendon is best known for his role as “Xander Harris” on the hugely popular TV show Buffy the Vampire Slayer and most recently for his role as “Kevin Lynch” on the TV show Criminal Minds. But off-screen, he has been starring in his own private alcohol-fueled drama which has led to multiple arrests and been documented in celebrity magazines, social media and blogs. Nicholas, who was not exactly drama-free in preparation for his sit down with Dr. Phil, abruptly walks offstage during the interview. Is Nicholas ready to make hard choices and take the steps needed to save his life and career?

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  9. Dr. Phil Season 17 Episode 44 - My Sister Is Grooming Her 6-Year-Old Son to Become Transgender
    5.2/10(6 votes)

    #9 - My Sister Is Grooming Her 6-Year-Old Son to Become Transgender

    S17:E44

    Family members feel that Carly is pushing her child to transition from male to female too soon, and they think the child is complying with her in order to get her approval; former guests Toni and her transgender daughter, Ash, discuss their journey.

    Director:Unknown
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  10. Dr. Phil Season 18 Episode 1 - A “Jackass” Star’s Road to Rehab: Bam’s Cry for Help
    5.2/10(9 votes)

    #10 - A “Jackass” Star’s Road to Rehab: Bam’s Cry for Help

    S18:E1

    Bam Margera rose to fame as the star of the hit MTV series “Jackass,” but now, the reality star has reached out to Dr. Phil with a cry for help. In an emotional interview, Bam faces his mother and wife. Will he agree to go to treatment and get help? In this Dr. Phil exclusive, follow Bam's road to recovery.

    Director:Unknown
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  11. Dr. Phil Season 12 Episode 24 - Pregnant at 11
    1.0/10(1 votes)

    #11 - Pregnant at 11

    S12:E24

    At 11 years old, Hope got pregnant with then 13-year-old Bailey's child.

    Director:Unknown
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  12. Dr. Phil Season 16 Episode 125 - Our Pregnant Daughter With Dreams of Being Rich and Famous Is Destitute in Las Vegas
    1.0/10(2 votes)

    #12 - Our Pregnant Daughter With Dreams of Being Rich and Famous Is Destitute in Las Vegas

    S16:E125

    Jessica moved to Las Vegas after a man she met online promised her fame and fortune, but she ended up being sex trafficked, abused and homeless.

    Director:Unknown
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  13. Dr. Phil Season 15 Episode 109 - Police Called 100 Times on Our Car-Stealing, Drug-Taking, Dad-Beating, Beautiful 15-Year-Old Daughter
    0.5/10(1 votes)

    #13 - Police Called 100 Times on Our Car-Stealing, Drug-Taking, Dad-Beating, Beautiful 15-Year-Old Daughter

    S15:E109

    Parents say they fear for their family's lives, as 15-year-old Madison assaults them, uses drugs, and was in a high-speed car chase that ended in the car being totaled.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  14. Dr. Phil Season 1 Episode 1 - Dr. Phil's First Show
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #14 - Dr. Phil's First Show

    S1:E1

    Dr. Phil wastes no time kicking off his new show — what he calls Truth TV — by getting real with stressed out parents. It's a wake-up call to people who argue in front of their kids.

    Director:Unknown
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  15. Dr. Phil Season 1 Episode 2 - Ask Dr. Phil
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #15 - Ask Dr. Phil

    S1:E2

    A woman finds comfort with her baby blanket; Hollywood celebrities; Robin, Phil's wife, discusses living with the doctor.

    Director:Unknown
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  16. Dr. Phil Season 1 Episode 3 - Kids and Weight
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #16 - Kids and Weight

    S1:E3

    Causes of and solutions for obesity in children.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  17. Dr. Phil Season 1 Episode 4 - Couples Who Fight Over Money
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #17 - Couples Who Fight Over Money

    S1:E4

    The doctor talks sense into couples arguing over finances.

    Director:Unknown
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  18. Dr. Phil Season 1 Episode 5 - Dr. Phil's How To
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #18 - Dr. Phil's How To

    S1:E5

    The doctor teaches guests how to lead happier, healthier lives; a mother wants to be a better parent; lazy husband; finicky wife.

    Director:Unknown
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  19. Dr. Phil Season 1 Episode 6 - Can't Stand Being a Mom
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #19 - Can't Stand Being a Mom

    S1:E6

    Join us as Dr Phil gives out-of-control mothers the tools they need to curb their offensive behaviour. Meet the woman whose yelling and offensive language are driving her teenage kids away.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  20. Dr. Phil Season 1 Episode 7 - When Sexual Styles Don't Match
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #20 - When Sexual Styles Don't Match

    S1:E7

    The doctor gives sexual advice to disagreeing couples.

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  21. Dr. Phil Season 1 Episode 8 - Rob Lowe: Cancer In The Family
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #21 - Rob Lowe: Cancer In The Family

    S1:E8

    Rob Lowe discusses his father's battle with cancer.

    Director:Unknown
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  22. Dr. Phil Season 1 Episode 9 - Fat Lawsuits
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #22 - Fat Lawsuits

    S1:E9

    Dr Phil meets the mum who is suing McDonalds for making her child overweight. Is this unprecedented court battle based on a legitimate `beef', or just a way of shifting the blame?

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  23. Dr. Phil Season 1 Episode 10 - Should You Have A Baby?
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #23 - Should You Have A Baby?

    S1:E10

    The doctor discusses factors in choosing to have a baby.

    Director:Unknown
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  24. Dr. Phil Season 1 Episode 11 - Heartbreaking Headlines
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #24 - Heartbreaking Headlines

    S1:E11

    Two boys are convicted of murdering their father; fatal sorority hazing; hate crime against a gay man.

    Director:Unknown
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  25. Dr. Phil Season 1 Episode 12 - Ask Dr. Phil
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #25 - Ask Dr. Phil

    S1:E12

    Flirting boyfriends; parents holding onto the past; Dr. Phil look-alikes.

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Best Episodes Summary

"Homeless Encampment Bans: Sweep or Stay?" is the best rated episode of "Dr. Phil". It scored 10/10 based on 1 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Marcial Rios Salcido, it aired on 11/24/2022. This episode scored 1.0 points higher than the second highest rated, "Missing in the Dark World of Sex Trafficking".