Synopsis

Miranda describes her mother as controlling, prone to fits of energy, and perpetually critical. Yet Cathy insists she’s left with no alternative; her twenty-two-year-old daughter resides in her house, a constant source of conflict, loud outbursts, and excessive drinking. Cathy expresses a simple desire for Miranda to regain clarity of thought and find steady employment. Could Dr. Phil offer a path to resolution, bringing an end to the family’s turmoil?