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179 Episodes 2004 - 2005
Episode 1
Mon, Aug 30, 2004 60 mins
Rising above life's challenges to live freely.
Episode 2
Tue, Aug 31, 2004 60 mins
The host addresses questions about a variety of issues pertaining to parenting. Also: a look at how dating after a divorce impacts the person's family.
Episode 3
Wed, Sep 1, 2004 60 mins
A look at the importance of a healthy relationship between a father and daughter. Also: Robin McGraw recalls her relationship with her dad and its impact on various aspects of her life.
Episode 4
Thu, Sep 2, 2004 60 mins
People discuss how former guests on the show have inspired them to change aspects of their lives.
Episode 5
Fri, Sep 3, 2004 60 mins
Part 2. The question of whether or not mothers should stay at home to raise children or go back to work is debated among several outspoken panelists facing that same dilemma.
Episode 6
Mon, Sep 6, 2004 60 mins
A discussion about what drives some women to date married men.
Episode 7
Tue, Sep 7, 2004 60 mins
Part 2 of a segment on living someone else's life for a day has the host switching jobs with members of his own staff; and with race-car driver Jeff Gordon, who offers his racing tips before allowing the host to take the driver's seat.
Episode 8
Wed, Sep 8, 2004 60 mins
Tips on rearing an emotionally healthy child are offered.
Episode 9
Thu, Sep 9, 2004 60 mins
A look at the potentially damaging effects of annoying personalities and self-destructive behavior patterns on relationships with significant others and loved ones.
Episode 10
Fri, Sep 10, 2004 60 mins
Updates on memorable guests are featured.
Episode 11
Mon, Sep 13, 2004 60 mins
The host helps one town tackle a variety of problems including drug addiction, teen pregnancy and domestic violence.
Episode 12
Tue, Sep 14, 2004 60 mins
The host discusses his book "Family First: Your Step-by-Step Plan for Creating a Phenomenal Family," from which he shares stories about his own childhood; and advises two troubled families.
Episode 13
Wed, Sep 15, 2004 60 mins
A look at some high-profile custody battles and how the children involved are dealing with the aftermaths of these disputes.
Episode 14
Thu, Sep 16, 2004 60 mins
The two "Dr. Phil Families" return to update their progress, field questions from viewers and meet each other for the first time.
Episode 15
Fri, Sep 17, 2004 60 mins
A look at the popularity of cosmetic surgery includes a discussion about the benefits and drawbacks of the procedures.
Episode 16
Mon, Sep 20, 2004 60 mins
Part 2. The host helps a town deal with problems, including drugs and teen pregnancy.
Episode 17
Tue, Sep 21, 2004 60 mins
Women who want more sex in their marriages talk with the host, who provides tips on putting the sizzle back into marriage.
Episode 18
Wed, Sep 22, 2004 60 mins
Dealing with difficult kids provides the host with an opportunity to instruct parents on how to get their children to heed them.
Episode 19
Thu, Sep 23, 2004 60 mins
Combining two families and making it work is the task facing the host, who shows how to get past the chaos and create a loving unit.
Episode 20
Fri, Sep 24, 2004 60 mins
Favorite guests return to report on their progress.
Episode 21
Mon, Sep 27, 2004 60 mins
Cher discusses the ups and downs of being a single mother and how her style of parenting has influenced her children, Chastity and Elijah.
Episode 22
Tue, Sep 28, 2004 60 mins
The pros and cons of using medication to treat children's disciplinary problems are debated.
Episode 23
Wed, Sep 29, 2004 60 mins
The host sits down with President George W. Bush and his wife, First Lady Laura Bush, at their Texas ranch as they discuss their parenting styles, family values and raising their daughters in the White House.
Episode 24
Thu, Sep 30, 2004 60 mins
The Horvath family discusses their progress since appearing on "Dr. Phil: A Primetime Special: Family First."
Episode 25
Fri, Oct 1, 2004 60 mins
Weight Loss Challenge participants return to discuss how their lives have changed since appearing on the show.
Episode 26
Mon, Oct 4, 2004 60 mins
Part 4. The host challenges the residents of a Texas town to modify their eating habits in order to lose weight, with help from a nutritionist, and former participants of the "Weight Loss Challenge."
Episode 27
Tue, Oct 5, 2004 60 mins
Advice for people dealing with life after a divorce is offered.
Episode 28
Wed, Oct 6, 2004 60 mins
Democratic Presidental candidate Sen. John Kerry (Mass.) and his wife, Teresa Heinz Kerry, describe their parenting styles, discuss their family values and opine about the challenges of blending two families after a divorce.
Episode 29
Thu, Oct 7, 2004 60 mins
The host tackles parenting issues, including dealing with a child's aggressive behavior and advising parents who are excessively critical of their children.
Episode 30
Fri, Oct 8, 2004 60 mins
Guests discuss the strange behavior patterns of their spouses and significant others and seek advice about how to deal with them.
Episode 31
Mon, Oct 11, 2004 60 mins
Dr. Phil and his wife, Robin, field questions from viewers; and give a woman a tour of their bedroom.
Episode 32
Tue, Oct 12, 2004 60 mins
The host describes different parenting styles outlined in his book, entitled "Family First: Your Step-by-Step Plan for Creating a Phenomenal Family." He and his wife also describe their method of parenting.
Episode 33
Wed, Oct 13, 2004 60 mins
Part 1 of an ongoing series aimed at helping couples adopt children has the host introducing three foster kids waiting to be adopted.
Episode 34
Thu, Oct 14, 2004 60 mins
Two families mentored by the host return to discuss their progress.
Episode 35
Fri, Oct 15, 2004 60 mins
Troubled couples discuss their regrets about tying the knot.
Episode 36
Mon, Oct 18, 2004 60 mins
Issuing ultimatums to freeloading family members.
Episode 37
Tue, Oct 19, 2004 60 mins
Advice for parents in dealing with their kids' behavioral problems. Also: Jamie Lee Curtis discusses her children's book about self-restraint called "It's Hard To Be Five."
Episode 38
Wed, Oct 20, 2004 60 mins
Guests relate stories about their overly critical spouses and significant others.
Episode 39
Thu, Oct 21, 2004 60 mins
Part 2 of a discussion about blended families.
Episode 40
Fri, Oct 22, 2004 60 mins
Curbing unhealthy obsessions and self-destructive behavior patterns.
Episode 41
Mon, Oct 25, 2004 60 mins
The host offers advice for new mothers on dealing with postpartum depression.
Episode 42
Tue, Oct 26, 2004 60 mins
Advice for parents in steering their children away from tendencies toward self-destructive behavior patterns and harming others.
Episode 43
Wed, Oct 27, 2004 60 mins
The perils of being overly critical of friends and loved ones are explored. Also: the host tests his studio audience to see how judgmental they really are.
Episode 44
Thu, Oct 28, 2004 60 mins
Advice for parents in detecting the warning signs that their children may be engaging in potentially destructive behavior toward themselves and others.
Episode 45
Fri, Oct 29, 2004 60 mins
Gastric-bypass surgery is discussed, in terms of its potential benefits and drawbacks; and whether teens should be able to have the procedure.
Episode 46
Mon, Nov 1, 2004 60 mins
A look at what happens when children are caught in the middle of custody battles includes an update on a former model trying regain custody of her twin girls.
Episode 47
Tue, Nov 2, 2004 60 mins
Handling stressful or potentially life-threatening situations that arise within families is the topic discussed in a continuation of the host's "Family First" series.
Episode 48
Wed, Nov 3, 2004 60 mins
A look at a variety of destructive behaviors among teens, such as self-mutilation and hair-pulling, includes footage of a young woman's visit to a treatment center for help.
Episode 49
Thu, Nov 4, 2004 60 mins
Dr. Phil offers troubled couples advice about how to argue effectively.
Episode 50
Fri, Nov 5, 2004 60 mins
Footage of how people behave while intoxicated is observed during a drinking experiment conducted by Dr. Phil.
Episode 51
Mon, Nov 8, 2004 60 mins
Part 1. Six married women embark on a two-day workshop with the host, in which they discuss secrets they've been hiding about their relationships.
Episode 52
Tue, Nov 9, 2004 60 mins
Part 2. Six women continue divulging secrets about their marriages and relationships. They receive advice from Dr. Phil as they conclude their two-day workshop.
Episode 53
Wed, Nov 10, 2004 60 mins
Battling unhealthy addictions and eating disorders.
Episode 54
Thu, Nov 11, 2004 60 mins
Part 1. A look at how to handle the aftermath of an extramarital affair focuses on a doctor faced with the dilemma of choosing between his wife and his mistress.
Episode 55
Fri, Nov 12, 2004 60 mins
Curbing tendencies toward compulsive spending.
Episode 56
Mon, Nov 15, 2004 60 mins
The host and his wife, Robin, field questions from viewers on a variety of subjects.
Episode 57
Tue, Nov 16, 2004 60 mins
Part 3. The wives return home from the host's two-day workshop to reveal the secrets they've been hiding from their spouses.
Episode 58
Wed, Nov 17, 2004 60 mins
Former "Survivor" competitor and winner Richard Hatch participates in a discussion about keeping kids and teens safe from Internet predators and pedophiles.
Episode 59
Thu, Nov 18, 2004 60 mins
Part 2 of a discussion about dealing with the aftermath of an extramarital affair has a doctor's wife confronting his mistress.
Episode 60
Fri, Nov 19, 2004 60 mins
Backing out of a marriage at the last minute.
Episode 61
Mon, Nov 22, 2004 60 mins
Being obsessed with entering babies and children in beauty pageants and the potential drawbacks are addressed.
Episode 62
Tue, Nov 23, 2004 60 mins
Part 4. The wives return with updates on their relationships with their husbands and families since appearing on the show; and another woman reveals a secret.
Episode 63
Wed, Nov 24, 2004 60 mins
One family seeks advice from the host in curbing their son's tendencies toward violent behavior. Another returns with an update on their progress since appearing on "Dr. Phil: A Primetime Family Special: Family First."
Episode 64
Fri, Nov 26, 2004 60 mins
Part 5. Exceptional teachers and students from the town of Elgin, Tx., are spotlighted. Also: one family receives a surprise from the host.
Episode 65
Mon, Nov 29, 2004 60 mins
The host advises families on how to deal with nonconformist relatives.
Episode 66
Tue, Nov 30, 2004 60 mins
Guests discuss their dreams of stardom and demonstrate their talents. Also: A mom who aspires to become a soap star is sent on a screen test with a Hollywood producer.
Episode 67
Wed, Dec 1, 2004 60 mins
Updates on troubled teens and their families. Also: staging interventions to prevent or curb destructive behavior patterns among teens.
Episode 68
Thu, Dec 2, 2004 60 mins
A progress report on a young woman with an eating disorder who visited a treatment center for help.
Episode 69
Fri, Dec 3, 2004 60 mins
Updates on former guests are featured.
Episode 70
Mon, Dec 6, 2004 60 mins
The host kicks off his Ultimate Family Weight Loss Challenge by selecting two families to compete for prizes.
Episode 71
Tue, Dec 7, 2004 60 mins
The host fields teens' questions on a variety of issues. Also: Two teens share stories of inspiration that involve overcoming obstacles.
Episode 72
Wed, Dec 8, 2004 60 mins
Robin McGraw explores the beauty secrets of female celebrities, including Mimi Rogers, Bernadette Peters, Olivia Newton-John and Cher. Also: three viewers receive makeovers; plastic surgery is discussed.
Episode 73
Thu, Dec 9, 2004 60 mins
Part 2. Two troubled families return with updates on their progress since appearing on the show; and one of the families receives a home makeover.
Episode 74
Fri, Dec 10, 2004 60 mins
Parenting tips are shared. Also: Country-music star Clint Black and his wife Lisa Hartman Black discuss raising their daughter; and the host surprises his first nominees in the Most Phenomenal Family in America Contest.
Episode 75
Mon, Dec 13, 2004 60 mins
The host offers his opinions about several medical controversies, including choosing the sex of one's baby, dealing with babies born with medical complications and carrying a baby for someone else.
Episode 76
Tue, Dec 14, 2004 60 mins
Ill-mannered behavior among children and ways of keeping it from becoming unmanageable are explored.
Episode 77
Wed, Dec 15, 2004 60 mins
Part 1. Dr. Phil and his wife, Robin, begin a series of several holiday-themed shows with a look at how they decorate their home during the holidays. Also: a Christmas party for families whose loved ones are serving in Iraq.
Episode 78
Thu, Dec 16, 2004 60 mins
Part 2. The host and his wife finish decorating their home and continue to help military families with loved ones serving in Iraq to celebrate the holidays. Included: celebrities drop in with surprises for the children and their parents; soldiers deployed overseas send messages to their families and loved ones back home.
Episode 79
Fri, Dec 17, 2004 60 mins
Part 3. The host and his wife continue to honor the soldiers deployed overseas and their families by surprising them with Christmas gifts. Also: a viewer receives a holiday surprise, courtesy of a friend.
Episode 80
Mon, Dec 20, 2004 60 mins
Developing unhealthy obsessions with psychics, astrologers and tarot-card readers and their services concerning deceased relatives and loved ones. Also: actor Michael Keaton discusses his paranormal film "White Noise"; a "spiritual intuitive" makes predictions for 2005.
Episode 81
Tue, Dec 21, 2004 60 mins
Part 2. The host checks in with the two families participating in his Ultimate Family Weight Loss Challenge. Also: two former Weight Loss Challengers visit each family to monitor their progress.
Episode 82
Mon, Jan 3, 2005 60 mins
The host begins his "New Year's Resolution" week with suggestions about resolving monetary difficulties.
Episode 83
Tue, Jan 4, 2005 60 mins
Dr. Phil selects five people from the audience to participate in his "Staying Alive in 2005" Weight Loss Challenge.
Episode 84
Wed, Jan 5, 2005 60 mins
Resolving to help friends and loved ones curb their tendencies toward self-destructive behaviors and bad habits.
Episode 85
Thu, Jan 6, 2005 60 mins
Advice for families who want to stick to their resolutions to resolve conflicts, spend more quality time together and clear out the clutter in their lives.
Episode 86
Fri, Jan 7, 2005 60 mins
Suggestions for spicing up one's relationship are offered by the host.
Episode 87
Mon, Jan 10, 2005 60 mins
The benefits and drawbacks of installing "nanny cams" in one's home are explored.
Episode 88
Tue, Jan 11, 2005 60 mins
An interview with Ken Carter, a basketball coach who locked his team out of the gym until they worked to improve their grades; and with Samuel L. Jackson, who portrays him in the movie "Coach Carter." Also: a surprise visit from a sports icon, who discusses the importance of a quality education.
Episode 89
Wed, Jan 12, 2005 60 mins
Part 1. Six overweight brides participate in a weight-loss competition to make their wedding dreams come true. The catch: they must lose at least 50 pounds, or enough so that their wedding gowns fit, by the time their big day rolls around.
Episode 90
Thu, Jan 13, 2005 60 mins
Part 2 of a series on adoption looks at when families have second thoughts about their decision to adopt after having gone through the process. Also: helping one family adopt a child.
Episode 91
Mon, Jan 17, 2005 60 mins
The host tackles the topic of domestic violence.
Episode 92
Tue, Jan 18, 2005 60 mins
The host monitors the progress of the five participants selected for his New Year's Challenge by checking on their mastery of his seven keys to weight-loss freedom. One of the contenders is eliminated to make room for an audience member. Also: a look at the "Staying Alive in 2005" challenge in Minnesota.
Episode 93
Thu, Jan 20, 2005 60 mins
The host fields questions on a number of issues pertaining to parenting, including addressing the subject of sex; and teaching children the value of good sportsmanship.
Episode 94
Fri, Jan 21, 2005 60 mins
Knowing when to leave a potentially harmful relationship.
Episode 95
Mon, Jan 24, 2005 60 mins
Dr. Phil chats with Bill Cosby about the importance of good parenting and issues facing children. Also: the cast of the movie "Fat Albert" visits to discuss the film's message.
Episode 96
Tue, Jan 25, 2005 60 mins
Adoptive parents return to update the host on their lives since appearing on the show. Also: a discussion of why some couples might have doubts about their decision to adopt.
Episode 97
Wed, Jan 26, 2005 60 mins
Part 2. Six overweight brides participate in a weight-loss competition to make their wedding dreams come true. In this installment, the host has the prospective brides reveal secrets about their relationships to their future husbands.
Episode 98
Thu, Jan 27, 2005 60 mins
The host uses his book "Family First: Your Step-by-Step Plan for Creating a Phenomenal Family" to explore a variety of parenting issues, such as stay-at-home dads and uncontrollable children.
Episode 99
Fri, Jan 28, 2005 60 mins
A look at controversial cases involving adoptive parents being ordered to return a child to its biological parents.
Episode 100
Mon, Jan 31, 2005 60 mins
Guests receive makeovers at the request of their mates.
Episode 101
Tue, Feb 1, 2005 60 mins
A look at how certain behavioral patterns of parents can negatively impact their children.
Episode 102
Wed, Feb 2, 2005 60 mins
A look at marriages on the verge of collapse.
Episode 103
Thu, Feb 3, 2005 60 mins
A look at the anatomy of an affair continues as a doctor's wife confronts a woman who claims to be his pregnant mistress.
Episode 104
Fri, Feb 4, 2005 60 mins
Expressing resentment about being a parent is the topic.
Episode 105
Mon, Feb 7, 2005 60 mins
Dealing with meddlesome in-laws.
Episode 106
Tue, Feb 8, 2005 60 mins
A look at when parents' ambitious dreams for their children cross the line and why some might be setting their children up for failure.
Episode 107
Wed, Feb 9, 2005 60 mins
Becoming infatuated or obsessed with celebrities.
Episode 108
Thu, Feb 10, 2005 60 mins
Marrying a man based on his financial status.
Episode 109
Fri, Feb 11, 2005 60 mins
In honor of Valentine's Day, the host plays matchmaker with the studio audience, with some help from a dating Web site, and sets up two singles on a date to test their compatibility as parents.
Episode 110
Mon, Feb 14, 2005 60 mins
The host advises several couples with questions about spicing up their love lives.
Episode 111
Tue, Feb 15, 2005 60 mins
Repairing fractured relationships within families.
Episode 112
Wed, Feb 16, 2005 60 mins
Part 1. The host begins his "Premarital Boot Camp" series, in which three newly engaged couples are confronted with real-life challenges, such as parenting, arguing and handling financial and sexual matters.
Episode 113
Thu, Feb 17, 2005 60 mins
Refusing to change one's childish behavior.
Episode 114
Fri, Feb 18, 2005 60 mins
Viewers take the host to task on an array of subjects.
Episode 115
Mon, Feb 21, 2005 60 mins
A discussion about two alarming trends among high-school students: binge-drinking and "robo-dosing," or overdosing on over-the-counter medications.
Episode 116
Tue, Feb 22, 2005 60 mins
Wedding horror stories are shared.
Episode 117
Wed, Feb 23, 2005 60 mins
Curbing troubling behaviors among young men that lead their loved ones to believe they might be sexual predators.
Episode 118
Thu, Feb 24, 2005 60 mins
Using lie-detector tests to either confirm or dispel accusations of child molestation.
Episode 119
Fri, Feb 25, 2005 60 mins
Uncluttering one's life is the topic of discussion.
Episode 120
Mon, Feb 28, 2005 60 mins
Encouraging feuding in-laws to deal with their differences and disagreements in a calm and rational manner.
Episode 121
Tue, Mar 1, 2005 60 mins
Combatting sexually destructive behavior in relationships.
Episode 122
Wed, Mar 2, 2005 60 mins
A look at the vicious side of custody battles and their negative impact on the children involved.
Episode 123
Thu, Mar 3, 2005 60 mins
Part 2 of the "Premarital Boot Camp" series has the couples dealing with the challenges of parenthood and surprise visits from in-laws.
Episode 124
Fri, Mar 4, 2005 60 mins
The "Premarital Bootcamp" series concludes as the host grades the couples on their progress and has them participate in his version of "The Newlywed Game." At stake are a dream wedding and honeymoon. Also: seven questions to address before tying the knot.
Episode 125
Mon, Mar 7, 2005 60 mins
Financial advice for couples is offered.
Episode 126
Tue, Mar 8, 2005 60 mins
Dealing with controlling husbands, tough questions from children and the effects of personal appearance on the opposite sex.
Episode 127
Wed, Mar 9, 2005 60 mins
The effects of sexual abuse on a family are examined.
Episode 128
Fri, Mar 11, 2005 60 mins
Various treatments for ADD are explored.
Episode 129
Mon, Mar 21, 2005 60 mins
The Osbournes discuss their past and what they plan to do when their reality series ends. Also: stories about unusual dinner conversations with in-laws; and alleged infidelity.
Episode 130
Tue, Mar 22, 2005 60 mins
Part 3. A report on the progress of the five participants in the host's Staying Alive in 2005 Weight Loss Challenge, two overweight brides-to-be and two Weight Loss Challenge families.
Episode 131
Wed, Mar 23, 2005 60 mins
An update on an alleged child abduction.
Episode 132
Mon, Mar 28, 2005 60 mins
Drew Barrymore and Jimmy Fallon discuss their film "Fever Pitch." Also: a look at what happens when people allow their obsessions with sports to interfere with their daily lives.
Episode 133
Tue, Mar 29, 2005 60 mins
Curbing gambling and high-tech cheating among students is the topic of discussion.
Episode 134
Thu, Mar 31, 2005 60 mins
Former guests return with updates on their progress since appearing on the show.
Episode 135
Mon, Apr 4, 2005 60 mins
Age-related issues. Included: the age when it's too young to engage in sexual behavior and too old to have children.
Episode 136
Tue, Apr 5, 2005 60 mins
A segment on successfully blending a family includes advice for stepparents unsure of their roles and for parents who feel caught between their own children and their spouses.
Episode 137
Wed, Apr 6, 2005 60 mins
A discussion about people living secretive lives in suburban communities.
Episode 138
Thu, Apr 7, 2005 60 mins
A discussion about marriages and relationships that could be considered unethical or immoral.
Episode 139
Mon, Apr 11, 2005 60 mins
Guests deal with the perils of being consumed with thoughts of vengeance toward others, and how it can interfere with everyday life.
Episode 140
Tue, Apr 12, 2005 60 mins
The host and his wife field questions from women about dealing with a variety of issues, including empty-nest syndrome; marrying off grown children; and monitoring women's health.
Episode 141
Thu, Apr 14, 2005 60 mins
A look at stories about overcoming obstacles and fighting impossible odds. Among them: a sheriff who got shot in the face while responding to a domestic-violence call; Robin McGraw's sister, Cindi, who nearly lost her life when someone reportedly threw a vat of acid off of a freeway overpass, hitting her car and smashing her windshield.
Episode 142
Fri, Apr 15, 2005 60 mins
The perils of being too envious of others are explored.
Episode 143
Mon, Apr 18, 2005 60 mins
Couples discuss their monetary woes and receive advice from the host and a financial expert on how to better manage their finances.
Episode 144
Tue, Apr 19, 2005 60 mins
The host and his son, Jay McGraw, discuss how to deal with different forms of bullying. Also: Clay Aiken talks about being ridiculed as a child and how he handled it.
Episode 145
Wed, Apr 20, 2005 60 mins
Reuniting with a loved one after being separated from him or her for a number of years.
Episode 146
Thu, Apr 21, 2005 60 mins
The host fields questions from teens on a wide array of topics.
Episode 147
Fri, Apr 22, 2005 60 mins
A look at the drawbacks of taking things to extremes, such as saving money, playing practical jokes and having cosmetic surgery.
Episode 148
Mon, Apr 25, 2005 60 mins
The perils of prenuptual agreements and the potential threats they can pose to one's marriage are examined.
Episode 149
Tue, Apr 26, 2005 60 mins
A look at questionable behavior patterns that could be considered inappropriate.
Episode 150
Wed, Apr 27, 2005 60 mins
The perils of parenthood are discussed.
Episode 151
Thu, Apr 28, 2005 60 mins
Part 1 of two. A man involved in a love triangle with his wife and his mistress is interviewed.
Episode 152
Fri, Apr 29, 2005 60 mins
Conclusion. An unfaithful man has a difficult time choosing between his wife and his mistress.
Episode 153
Mon, May 2, 2005 60 mins
Guests are advised about helping their loved ones to modify potentially harmful behavior patterns.
Episode 154
Tue, May 3, 2005 60 mins
A look at the world of polygamy.
Episode 155
Wed, May 4, 2005 60 mins
The benefits and drawbacks of reality-TV shows are explored. Included: Omarosa Manigault-Stallworth faces off against Donald Trump about her time on "The Apprentice."
Episode 156
Thu, May 5, 2005 60 mins
The challenges of leaving drug rehab, coming home and adjusting to everyday life are explored.
Episode 157
Fri, May 6, 2005 60 mins
A celebration of Mother's Day has the host and his wife, Robin, honoring moms with special gifts and giveaways.
Episode 158
Mon, May 9, 2005 60 mins
Dealing with meddlesome in-laws in a marriage.
Episode 159
Tue, May 10, 2005 60 mins
Suspicions of infidelity are confirmed with the use of video surveillance footage. Also: detecting the warning signs of infidelity in a relationship.
Episode 160
Wed, May 11, 2005 60 mins
Learning how to trust a recovering sex offender after the person returns from therapy.
Episode 161
Thu, May 12, 2005 60 mins
The difficulties of living with OCD (obsessive-compulsive disorder) are explored.
Episode 162
Fri, May 13, 2005 60 mins
Dr. Phil celebrates his 500th episode. Included: celebrity surprises; updates on his most popular guests; a visit from the first Dr. Phil Family.
Episode 163
Mon, May 16, 2005 60 mins
The host offers tips on curbing a loved one's freeloading ways.
Episode 164
Tue, May 17, 2005 60 mins
Updates on two custody battles that made the headlines.
Episode 165
Wed, May 18, 2005 60 mins
Curbing tendencies towards controlling and combative behavior among friends and loved ones.
Episode 166
Thu, May 19, 2005 60 mins
A discussion on helping families deal with alcoholism and abuse.
Episode 167
Fri, May 20, 2005 60 mins
Guests come clean about long-kept secrets and receive advice on how to start living true to their "authentic selves."
Episode 168
Mon, May 23, 2005 60 mins
A look at what happens when a man's wife and his mistress are pregnant at the same time.
Episode 169
Tue, May 24, 2005 60 mins
The host and his son, Jay McGraw, discuss polygamy.
Episode 170
Wed, May 25, 2005 60 mins
Husbands reveal disturbing secrets to their wives.
Episode 171
Thu, May 26, 2005 60 mins
Updates on some of the host's most memorable guests. Included: a couple who appeared on his Relationship Rescue series; the winners of his Premarital Boot Camp; a couple who were surprised with a honeymoon.
Episode 172
Fri, May 27, 2005 60 mins
Guests update the host on their progress since joining his Staying Alive in 2005 Weight Loss Challenge competition and are awarded prizes.
Episode 173
Mon, May 30, 2005 60 mins
The host fields questions from children on a variety of topics. Also: Olympic gold medalist Mary Lou Retton talks to the mother of a girl who plays football; and a teenager is honored for having overcome several obstacles.
Episode 174
Tue, May 31, 2005 60 mins
The host addresses the various concerns of parents about their children; and offers advice to fathers on how to talk to their daughters about sex.
Episode 175
Mon, Jul 11, 2005 60 mins
Guests deal with secrets from their pasts.
Episode 176
Mon, Jul 18, 2005 60 mins
Brian McKnight and Kevin Sharp perform several of their most popular hits in an episode that focuses on the positive influences music can have on people's lives. Also: Dr. Phil's son, Jordan, plays his guitar and explains why he considers the guitar more than just a hobby; other guests explain how one man's passion for music has positively impacted their lives.
Episode 177
Mon, Aug 29, 2005 60 mins
The perils of being a single mother are discussed.
Episode 178
Tue, Aug 30, 2005 60 mins
Learning how to control the clutter in one's life.
Episode 179
Wed, Aug 31, 2005 60 mins
An update on a previous guest who confronted her tormentor and reunited with her daughter, who she gave up for adoption almost 30 years ago.