Phil McGraw

High school (ages 12+)
History & Culture

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Step 1 · Read the article

Open the article and read it at the level above. Then answer the questions below in your own words.

https://smallwhale.org/articles/phil-mcgraw

Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. When was Phil McGraw born?September 1, 1950
2. Where was Phil McGraw born?Vinita, Oklahoma, USA
3. What is Phil McGraw known for?Hosting the syndicated talk show 'Dr. Phil'
4. What is the education?Doctorate in clinical psychology
5. What is the psychology license status?Ceased renewing his license to practice psychology in 2006
6. Who is Dr. Phil and what does he do on TV?Dr. Phil is a TV host who helps people with their problems by giving advice and talking about ways to improve their lives.

Clinical Psychology: A field of psychology dedicated to the assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of mental, emotional, and behavioral disorders.
Syndication: The licensing of content, such as television programs, to multiple broadcasters or platforms.
Personal Accountability: The ethical and personal obligation to accept responsibility for one's actions and their consequences.
Media Personality: A person who is well-known through their work in television, radio, or other mass media.