Common Sense Media Review
By Melissa Camacho
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based on child development research. How do we rate?
Proactive but superficial solutions to serious problems.
Parents Need to Know
Why Age 14+?
Any Positive Content?
Where to Watch
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What's the Story?
DR. DREW'S LIFECHANGERS is a daytime talk show in which host Drew Pinsky helps regular folks (and the occasional celeb) find ways to improve their lives. From adults suffering from severe acne to angry drivers who need help controlling their road rage, Dr. Drew heps his subjects by bringing in medical experts and other folks who can specifically help them with their health, beauty, relationship, and lifestyle problems. Contributors to the show, including TV personalities like Maria Menounos, also appear regularly to offer tips and advice.
Is It Any Good?
The show takes a positive and proactive look at day-to-day problems, as well as medical conditions and other more serious issues. But the amount of time spent on these things is very limited given the show's 30-minute slot. Like any talk show, the discussions about (and solutions to) these things are mostly superficial.
Dr. Drew fans will definitely like his trademark frank-but-gentle approach as he talks to his guests. But some of his jokes and interaction with show contributors seem rehearsed and unnatural. This aside, he offers positive messages about getting informed and improving your life in a variety of ways.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about talk shows. Is discussing problems publicly on a talk show the best way to find help? Are there issues that you consider inappropriate for discussing in this forum?
How does this show serve as a promotional vehicle for products and services? Is Dr. Drew a celebrity? A role model? What does he gain by doing a show like this?
TV Details
- Premiere date : September 19, 2011
- Cast : Drew Pinsky , Maria Menounos
- Network : CW
- Genre : Reality TV
- TV rating :
- Last updated : September 19, 2019
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