Previous Episodes

Marcy's father is habitually abusive, and her mother largely accepts his violent tendencies. Inspite of the utterly bleak upbringing she received, Marcy thinks it might be time to forgive them both. Dr. Laura isn't so fond of reconciliation on this occasion.

Jane's strength is waning. She's managed to weather a torrid life, replete with abusive parents, self-imposed foster care, and multiple bereavements; recently, though, Jane's been stricken with guilt, particularly about her siblings, who bore the brunt of their parents' failures even more acutely than she did.

Downside of shacking-up / A neighbor and her kid were over at Beverly's for what was supposed to be a nice, relaxing evening. In a bizarre and unfortunate turn of events, the young girl surreptitiously watched an oral sex scene in the movie the adults were watching.

Rosalee's weight is up and down, like the proverbial yo-yo. Thing is, she's not willing to admit it's on her to stabilize it. Dr. Laura agrees...NOT!

During a marital hiatus, Shelly decided to go on a bit of a sexy rampage. After racking up some "experiences," she's back on the nuptial straight and narrow. Trouble is, her man's not too thrilled about her increased mileage.

Unmarried, pregnant, and fired Christian teacher / Jack's wife is heading to an elementary school reunion, where she's likely to meet an ex-boyfriend, but she doesn't want Jack by her side. Schooled in the art of relationships, for Dr. Laura, this problem is, well... elementary.

Dr. Laura interviews John Schneider (of Dukes of Hazard fame) about his new movie October Baby - the miraculous story of a child who survived her mother's attempt to terminate life before giving life a chance.

Megan says going to work is an excuse and an escape "from being a perfect mom". Dr. Laura says no mother is perfect, and gives Megan plenty of examples to help her understand.

Dating a married man / Melissa had a deal established with the university where she teaches, allowing her to spend a significant amount of time at home with her child. Now the university is demanding more face time with Melissa and she worries her top assignment will not make the grade.

Max asks a simple, but very important question, how does one stop being self-centered?