Dr. Phil sits down Hillary Adams and her mother, Hallie Adams, this Wednesday, November 9th (check local listings), to discuss the outrageous video of Judge William Adams beating his then 16-year-old daughter with a belt.  Is this discipline or child abuse?  A full show description and clips from the show follow.

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“Discipline Video: A Daughter’s New Accusations Against the Judge”

It’s the viral video that recently sent shockwaves across the country. Texas judge William Adams recently came under fire for a 2004 video that his daughter, Hillary, posted on YouTube, showing Adams lashing the then 16-year-old girl with a belt, despite her pleas to stop. The video racked up millions of views and stirred online outrage. Adams says he doesn't believe he did anything wrong, and was simply disciplining his child. "I did lose my temper, but I've since apologized," Judge William Adams told a news agency. Adams, who often presides over child abuse cases, has been asked to be removed from his post pending an investigation. But the District Attorney says Adams cannot face assault-related charges because the five-year statute of limitations expired. Hillary feels that the public scrutiny her dad has suffered is punishment enough and hopes it forces him to seek help. Does she regret posting the video? Are there more accusations to be addressed involving other family members? Do you think Judge Adams was justified in his actions?

Clip #1:  http://youtu.be/-NGuDjyiEsY

Clip #2: http://youtu.be/5SUWhtGXoOQ

Clip #3: http://youtu.be/UHQoBg1pvFM

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