Why Focusing On Family Can Help Couple Who Says Pandemic Has Taken A Toll On Their Relationship, Parenting

Vania and Carson say the COVID-19 pandemic has taken a toll on their relationship and caused a divide in the way they parent their 6-year-old daughter. Vania says Carson is a “dictator” in his parenting, while Carson says he always feels like the “bad guy.” They say their parenting struggles, in addition to financial hardships, have left their relationship on the brink – and they want to know how to fix it. Hear their story in the video above. And, Dr. Phil and Dr. Charles Sophy, psychiatrist and author of the new book, Family Values: Reset Trust, Boundaries, and Connection With Your Child, share why it’s important for Vania and Carson to focus on their family unit during this difficult time. On Tuesday’s episode, “Life After Lockdown: Families in Crisis,” hear about Dr. Sophy’s SWEEP road map to help get life back on track, and how you can apply it to your life. Check local listings to see where you can tune in. WATCH: ‘It Was Just The Blind Leading The Blind,’ Psychiatrist Says About Parents Navigating The Pandemic With Kids TELL DR. PHIL YOUR STORY: Has your life been affected by current social issues?