Why Parents Say They Are ‘Completely At Our Wits’ End’ With 27-Year-Old Daughter

“My wife and I are completely at our wits’ end with our daughter Courtney,” says Mitch.

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“My daughter Courtney is a compulsive liar,” adds his wife, Cathie, who also calls Courtney a kleptomaniac.

The couple claims they have to keep their house on lockdown because Courtney has stolen jewels, valuables, thousands of dollars and even Mitch’s wedding band, which they claim Courtney pawned to bail a boyfriend out of jail.

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“What Courtney’s doing borders on criminal behavior,” Mitch claims. “I go on the internet to see if there’s any new arrests for her. There’s charges for theft, driving under the influence, and I’ve also found warrants for her arrest.”

What do Mitch and Cathie think is causing Courtney’s behavior? Could they be contributing to it? Watch more of their story in the video above. And on Monday’s episode of Dr. Phil, hear from Courtney, and see why she walks off Dr. Phil’s stage. Check here to see where you can watch.

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