Sometimes, when I offer sympathy by saying, “I’m sorry,” that person will respond by saying, “It’s not your fault” ...

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

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

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

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 ...

Dear Abby: I’m the mother of two teenage sons. My younger son “Richie,” is 17 and a great kid. He has a 3.8 grade-point ...

DEAR ABBY: When my ex-wife died recently, she left our two children (in their 20s and 30s) a home that was in her name. My son has a good job; my daughter works periodically as a model. Losing her ...

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 ...

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 ...