Monday, Nov. 16: Dr. Phil Family Returns: Divorce and Custody, Part 2

After nearly one year of marriage to Chris, Alexandra is ready to end their union, because she says that he is abusive toward her. Dr. Phil confronts Chris and asks him hard questions. Hear Chris' side of the story and his reaction to Alex's allegations. Does he want a divorce? Then, Alex returns to the stage by herself, and Dr. Phil asks tough questions and offers advice regarding her plights to gain custody of her children. When he tells her what she must do to have a positive outcome, will she comply? Then, Alex’s sister, Katherine, shares her candid thoughts about her sister's current situation. And, Erin joins her daughter for an emotional conversation. Find out what Alex wants from her mother, and if Erin is willing to provide it.

Tuesday, Nov. 17: When Good Kids Go Bad

What possesses a child to light a classmate on fire over a video game? When a young girl is brutally gang-raped, why do onlookers fail to intervene or call police? As a parent, would you ever think that your child could be capable of such horrific acts? How much responsibility falls on parents and teachers when children act out? Dr. Phil hears a firsthand account from people close to the case of the 15-year-old girl in Richmond, California, who was allegedly robbed, stripped, beaten and gang-raped while witnesses reportedly jeered and took cell phone photos. Hear from a reporter covering this story, the girl who called 911, a teacher and a defense attorney for one of the accused. Then, Glenda says she’s terrified that her 10-year-old grandson is going to be the next Jeffrey Dahmer. She says the boy is extremely angry and violent and has killed multiple family pets. What is going on with this boy, and can his behavior be reformed?

Wednesday, Nov. 18: Inside Infidelity, Part 2

When Dr. Phil explored infidelity in a recent show, the debate sparked thousands of viewers to weigh in. Dr. Phil addresses the flood of comments he received on his Twitter and Facebook pages and on the message boards, and he answers the question: “Is it possible to make your marriage affair-proof?” Sarah Symonds, leader of the online group Mistresses Anonymous, maintains that the other woman isn’t always to blame. Don’t miss what happens when she faces off with Melvine, a guest who says she was cheated on. Then, Steve, who calls himself “unapologetically male,” says men are prone to stray. Watch the reactions when he hits the streets of Los Angeles for a male perspective on infidelity. And one viewer, Debbie, explains why she’s angry with Dr. Phil!

Thursday, Nov. 19: Biggest Financial Mistakes

Are your extravagant ways about to send you to the poorhouse? Dr. Phil explains the five biggest financial mistakes you could be making. Brad and Yvonne had a 3,200 square foot house, went on expensive vacations and hosted lavish parties for their friends. Now they say they live in a trailer in Yvonne’s parents’ backyard. In spite of their dire financial straits, Yvonne says her husband still wants to purchase a $1,800 watch! What’s behind Brad’s urge to splurge? Can the couple ever get out from under their mound of debt? And, the economic downturn is even forcing the wealthy to downsize. Dr. Phil talks to Vicki, Gina and Lynne of the Real Housewives of Orange County about how the cash crunch is affecting them. Find out what happened when Gina asked Vicki to borrow money. Plus, a top Hollywood divorce attorney shares some of the top mistakes women make when it comes to money and marriage.

Friday, Nov. 20: The Rudeness Epidemic

From cell phones ringing in the movies, to people texting during dinner to obnoxious drivers, society’s lack of civility is astounding. Dr. Phil shines a spotlight on rude people, and some are even sitting in his audience! Then, Amy Alkon, author of I See Rude People, reveals how to deal with bad manners. If you’re the offender, learn how to overcome a rude attitude. And, Robert says he made a waitress cry for mixing up his order, and he told a buddy’s new girlfriend that she wouldn’t be around for long. Is Robert doomed to be crude for the rest of his life? See what happens when Dr. Phil puts him to the test! Plus, Anne says she’s tired of her sister, Kimberly, constantly interrupting others. Kimberly says she always has something important to say, and she doesn’t feel the need to change. Can Dr. Phil give her a wake-up call?