Chapter
The Dark Side of Addiction Recovery Programs
15:18 - 21:47 (06:28)
The Path to Recovery program, which uses aversion therapy techniques to treat addiction, has no scientific evidence of efficacy and comes with a disclaimer that it is not intended to treat any medical or psychological problem. Nevertheless, it is still being used by some addiction recovery programs.
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Dr. Phil is being criticized for his unethical approach and bad psychotherapy.
15:18 - 18:10 (02:52)
Summary
Dr. Phil is being criticized for his unethical approach and bad psychotherapy. His practice of diagnosing children as psychopaths is not allowed in the discipline and is highly debated.
ChapterThe Dark Side of Addiction Recovery Programs
EpisodePart Two: Dr. Phil Is Even Worse Than You Think And You Probably Think He Sucks
PodcastBehind the Bastards
Despite no longer holding a valid license to practice as a psychologist, Dr. Phil profits from his image as a therapist by selling diet and weight loss products through his business enterprises.
18:10 - 19:08 (00:57)
Summary
Despite no longer holding a valid license to practice as a psychologist, Dr. Phil profits from his image as a therapist by selling diet and weight loss products through his business enterprises. His actions have been criticized for their ethical implications.
ChapterThe Dark Side of Addiction Recovery Programs
EpisodePart Two: Dr. Phil Is Even Worse Than You Think And You Probably Think He Sucks
PodcastBehind the Bastards
Users can wear virtual reality goggles and get placed in scenarios with a VR Dr. Phil who walks them through exercises to get and stay sober, despite there being no evidence that it helps.
19:08 - 21:47 (02:38)
Summary
Users can wear virtual reality goggles and get placed in scenarios with a VR Dr. Phil who walks them through exercises to get and stay sober, despite there being no evidence that it helps. Some addiction recovery programs have purchased Path to Recovery to use, though a disclaimer on the website says that it is solely for general information purposes and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any medical health, mental, or psychological problem or condition.