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A Family Slaughtered
For Teen Love

Intruders killed three members of the Caffey family in a brutal assault. Terry, the father, barely survived and his daughter Erin was believed to be kidnapped. One of those intruders was Charlie Wilkinson, Erin’s boyfriend. It was a tragedy of epic proportions. Terry tells his story and how he escaped from the house.

The Caffey’s story is featured in the podcast series, A Family Slaughtered For Teen Love – Mystery and Murder: Analysis by Dr. Phil 

Bullying is:

  • Intentional, aggressive behavior

  • Imbalance of power

  • Repeated over time

  • Physical, verbal intimidation

  • Exclusion

  • Cyber harassment
     

Warning signs that your child may be the victim of bullying:
 

1. Makes up excuses not to go to school

2. Is often angry, sad or depressed, withdrawn, self-loathing and emotionally erratic

3. Frequently hurt by a particular person or group of people

4. Frequently picked on in the presence of other people

5. Mistakes are turned into a big deal by someone

6. Belongings are often stolen or taken

7. Always being confronted with lies/rumors

How parents encourage bullying in their own children:

  • Exercise absolute control over child

  • Threaten the child with spankings or other violence

  • Attempt to humiliate or embarrass the child as a way to punish them

  • Rule by fear

  • Push competition and contest too much

  • Teach their child that mistakes are unacceptable

  • Tell their child what to say, do or think
     

If your child is being picked on by a bully, sit down with him or her and go over this list of Do's and Don'ts to keep them safe:
 

1. Don't get into a fistfight with a bully or try to retaliate in other ways.

2. Don't believe the insults about you.

3. Don't overestimate how much power a bully has over you.

4. Don't think that bullying will stop if you ignore it.

5. Don't waste time in places online where bullies target you.

6. Don't be afraid to think of new ways to solve the conflict.

7. Don't believe you deserve to be picked on.

8. Do get real about bullying and how it makes you feel.

9. Do get angry, but keep anger under control.

10. Do write down how you feel.

11. Do learn to say and believe good things about yourself.

12. Do speak confidently when telling a bully not to physically touch you.

13. Do work on developing at least one good relationship with a classmate, neighbor and/or older child.

14. Do walk or run away if a bully tries to hurt you.

 

Adapted from Jay McGraw's book, Jay McGraw's Life Strategies for Dealing with Bullies

Narcissist

Do you think you could spot a narcissist? Could it be you or someone you know? Narcissistic personality disorder is a habitual pattern of grandiosity, a constant need for admiration, and a lack of empathy, beginning in early adulthood, and indicated by the following criteria. If any of these apply, you might have a narcissist in your midst!

1. A grandiose sense of self-importance where the individual exaggerates achievements and talents and expects to be recognized as superior without relevant accomplishments.

2. A preoccupation with fantasies of unlimited success, power, brilliance, beauty or ideal love.

3. A belief that he or she is special and unique and can only be understood by, or should associate with, other special or high-status people or institutions.

4. A need for excessive admiration.

5. A sense of entitlement and unreasonable expectations of favorable treatment or automatic compliance with his or her expectations.

6. Interpersonally exploitative and takes advantage of others to meet his or her own end.

7. A lack of empathy and unwillingness to recognize or identify with the feelings and needs of others.

8. Envy of others or a belief that others are envious of him or her.

9. A demonstration of arrogant behaviors or attitudes.

 

(Source: DSM5) The above is provided for informational purposes only and cannot substitute for a full evaluation by a healthcare professional.

S13EP1:The Life, Death and Legacy of Gabby Petito | Mystery and Murder: Analysis by Dr. Phil
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S13EP1:The Life, Death and Legacy of Gabby Petito | Mystery and Murder: Analysis by Dr. Phil

Dr. Phil examines the heartbreaking case of Gabby Petito, whose life was tragically cut short by her boyfriend Brian Laundrie. How could a pair, living so-called perfect lives, be hiding such dark secrets? In this episode, we get to know Gabby while diving into the psychology of unhealthy relationships and intimate partner violence, identifying warning signs, understanding behavioral patterns, and adopting strategies to break free from such cycles. In addition, Dr. Phil analyzes the stark contrast between Gabby and Brian’s seemingly idyllic social media presence and the troubling realities hidden beneath it.  Thank you to our sponsors: Beam: Visit https://ShopBeam.com/DrPhil/ and use code DRPHIL for up to 40% off. Preserve Gold: Visit: https://drphilgold.com/ Get a FREE precious metals guide that contains essential information on how to help protect your accounts. Text “DRPHIL” to 50505 to claim this exclusive offer from Preserve Gold today. Jase Medical: Go to https://Jase.com/ and enter code PHIL at checkout. Experience a side of Dr. Phil McGraw you may have been missing as he provides critical information on some of the most important issues we face today. McGraw delves into the minds of the most exciting and accomplished people. From celebrities to ordinary people in extraordinary circumstances, to the world’s leading experts, every guest and topic is provocative, informative, and relevant. http://drphilpodcast.com Dr. Phil McGraw, one of the most well-known and trusted mental health professionals in the world, is the host of daytime TV’s top-rated program, Dr. Phil. This trailblazing and award-winning platform continues to provide the most comprehensive forum on mental health issues in the history of television. Dr. McGraw’s unique ability to take complicated and technical information and make it accessible and understandable to the general public has distinguished him both among viewers and within his profession. Follow for more Dr. Phil & The Dr. Phil Podcast: Dr. Phil Show - https://www.youtube.com/@drphil Podcast - https://www.drphilpodcast.com/ YT - https://www.youtube.com/@DrPhilPodcast Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/45Ek7SE3SJCUAjq728lLqo?si=osSJpFhpQ5GWAXv68Yw8bw&nd=1 Apple Podcasts - https://search.itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZContentLink.woa/wa/link?mt=2&path=podcasts/DrPhil
The Life, Death and Legacy of Gabby Petito: Mystery and Murder: Analysis by Dr. Phil
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The Life, Death and Legacy of Gabby Petito: Mystery and Murder: Analysis by Dr. Phil

Today, we step into the latest season of Dr. Phil’s podcast, Mystery and Murder: Analysis by Dr. Phil. This season, titled The Life, Death, and Legacy of Gabby Petito, offers a poignant and deeply insightful look at one of the most tragic cases in recent history. In the opening episode of this three part series, Dr. Phil reflects on his pride in being an executive producer for the record-breaking Netflix documentary, American Murder: Gabby Petito. He highlights how the documentary brought Gabby’s story to global attention, honoring her memory while raising crucial awareness about domestic violence. Dr. Phil recounts sitting down with her entire family to celebrate her life and legacy, shining light on their resilience in transforming personal tragedy into advocacy through The Gabby Petito Foundation. Dr. Phil also examines the psychology underlying toxic relationships and domestic violence, identifying warning signs, understanding behavioral patterns, and adopting strategies to break free from such cycles. In addition, he analyzes the stark contrast between Gabby and Brian’s seemingly idyllic social media presence and the troubling realities hidden beneath it. Experience a side of Dr. Phil McGraw you may have been missing as he provides critical information on some of the most important issues we face today. McGraw delves into the minds of the most exciting and accomplished people. From celebrities to ordinary people in extraordinary circumstances, to the world’s leading experts, every guest and topic is provocative, informative, and relevant. http://drphilpodcast.com Dr. Phil McGraw, one of the most well-known and trusted mental health professionals in the world, is the host of daytime TV’s top-rated program, Dr. Phil. This trailblazing and award-winning platform continues to provide the most comprehensive forum on mental health issues in the history of television. Dr. McGraw’s unique ability to take complicated and technical information and make it accessible and understandable to the general public has distinguished him both among viewers and within his profession. Follow for more Dr. Phil & The Dr. Phil Podcast: Dr. Phil Show - https://www.youtube.com/@drphil Podcast - https://www.drphilpodcast.com/ YT - https://www.youtube.com/@DrPhilPodcast Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/45Ek7SE3SJCUAjq728lLqo?si=osSJpFhpQ5GWAXv68Yw8bw&nd=1 Apple Podcasts - https://search.itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZContentLink.woa/wa/link?mt=2&path=podcasts/DrPhil
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