Synopsis

Jennifer and David allege that their twelve-year-old daughter engages in physical aggression, frequently scratching and hitting them; damages their belongings; fabricates stories about completing her schoolwork; and abruptly departs from family gatherings. The teenager herself admits to a disdain for rules, asserting she has even attempted to persuade her parents that a completely rule-free environment is preferable. Dr. Phil engages in a discussion with Jennifer, David, and their daughter, expl