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Dr. Phil

Dr. Phil

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Using the power of television. European-American, Dr. Phil McGraw presents compelling stories about real people with a variety of emotional and behavioral problems, stripping away the shame and embarrassment that too often keep people from seeking help. It’s a show that is suppose to help people with their problems and to find a solution on live TV .

Created by: Oprah Winfrey, Phil McGraw
Season 11 · Episode 185

A Dr. Phil Exclusive: Runaway Mom Speaks Out

May 20, 2013·1h

In a Dr. Phil exclusive, runaway Pennsylvania mom Brenda Heist, 54, speaks out for the first time since abandoning her family 11 years ago — leaving them to believe she had been kidnapped or murdered. Why does she say she walked away from her life after dropping off her two young children, then ages 8 and 12, at school? And, where has she been living all these years? Brenda, who is now behind bars on a probation violation, was declared legally dead three years ago — so, how was she recently found? Plus, hear Brenda’s tearful message to the children she left behind. Did she try to contact them over the years? And, don’t miss the surprise reunion that brings Brenda to tears.

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When did Dr. Phil Season 11 Episode 185 air?

Dr. Phil Season 11 Episode 185 aired on May 20, 2013.

How long is Dr. Phil Season 11 Episode 185?

This episode runs for approximately 60 minutes.

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