Mom Says 14-Year-Old Throws Temper Tantrums, Hits Head Against Wall, Is ‘Very, Very Dramatic’

Gina and her husband, Desi, both say they are terrified that Gina’s 14-year-old daughter, Taylor, is headed down a bad path. They claim she does drugs, drinks, and cuts herself. They also say she runs away – even during the COVID-19 pandemic – so they’ve installed cameras and alarms in their house.

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“What happens when you tell Taylor, ‘Stay home. It’s not safe out there’?” Dr. Phil asks Gina and Desi.

“She just says no, just flat out no,” Gina says. “I try punishing her. I put her on restriction. She gets very belligerent and throws temper tantrums. She hits doors, and kicks holes in the wall, throws herself down, hits her head against the wall, and threatens to cut herself or hitting herself in the back. She’s very, very dramatic.”

WATCH: ‘I’ve Never Handled ‘No’ Very Well,’ Says 14-Year-Old

What does Desi say she thinks may have caused her daughter, who was once a straight-A student, to turn into a rebellious teen? Watch more in the video above.

On Monday’s episode, hear what Taylor says about her behavior. And, Bishop T.D. Jakes shares some spiritual advice and healing for this family -- and viewers -- during this challenging time. Check here to see where you can watch.

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