Ep 55. I'm Terrified My Son Could Become a Mass Murderer

In this episode of the Dr. Phil Show, titled "I'm Terrified My Son Could Become a Mass Murderer," a mother shares her fears about her son's behavior and potential for violence. The mother, Cydney, tells Dr. Phil that her 16-year-old son, Colton, has been exhibiting troubling behavior for several years, including an obsession with violent video games and an affinity for guns.

Cydney says that Colton has been suspended from school numerous times for threatening other students, and that he has expressed admiration for mass shooters in the past. She is worried that her son could become a mass murderer himself, and says that she has tried everything she can think of to help him, from counseling to medication.

Dr. Phil asks Colton to join the conversation, and he appears on the show via video chat. Colton tells Dr. Phil that he doesn't think he could ever hurt anyone, but admits that he has thought about it before. He says that he knows shooting people is wrong, but also that he sometimes feels angry and frustrated with the world.

Dr. Phil expresses his concern for Colton's mental health, and urges him to seek professional help. He also tells Cydney that she needs to take action to ensure her son's safety and the safety of others. He recommends that she limit Colton's access to violent video games and guns, and that she consider placing him in a residential treatment program.

Throughout the episode, Dr. Phil emphasizes the importance of taking potential threats of violence seriously, and encourages both Colton and his mother to seek the help they need to address their concerns. The show ends with Dr. Phil offering resources and support to Colton and Cydney as they work to address these difficult issues.