Dear Abby is written by Abigail Van Buren, also known as Jeanne Phillips, and was founded by her mother, Pauline Phillips.

Carole” and I have been friends for 30-plus years. Her marriage was great as long as her husband wasn’t using drugs. When he ...

He said he loves only me, and he wants me to trust him again. My problem is, after all his secrecy, lies and defensiveness, I ...

A man days away from finalizing his divorce says his new relationship feels right in person, but struggles when they're apart ...

My husband has four grown children — one from his first marriage; three with his late wife. Talk about drama! Who talks to ...

DEAR ABBY: I have been married for 17 years to a good man with many great attributes. However, our relationship lacks connection. Every effort at emotional connection is initiated by me (like ...

DEAR ABBY: My 17-year-old granddaughter is dating a 19-year-old boy. He recently confided in me that he has been drinking alcohol. (He found a place that doesn’t check ID.) Related Articles Dear ...

Can you provide me with any insight? —Trying in Virginia ... and because you need emotional support, seek it elsewhere. I need advice on giving my wife space and time Dear Abby: I am a 71-year-old ...

My husband’s dad turned out to be gay and divorced his mom. My husband is still angry at his father, which I understand. I ...

DEAR ABBY: I am a mother of three girls, 25, 21 and about to be 15. My youngest has always lived with me. Her father and I separated when she was 1. They always had a good relationship. Over the ...

A reader wonders what to do to build a better relationship with her son.