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Nov 2023
41m 36s

Parenting While Intoxicated

Dr. Phil McGraw
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Teresa says her husband of 12 years, Joe, cheated on her and was abusive until 2011 when he sought help with his own anger. Now, Teresa says she is filled with rage and directed at Joe, often in front of their three children. Can she learn to trust again?

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