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

He wants me to trust him again. My problem is, after all his secrecy, lies and defensiveness, I can’t do that.

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 ...

For nearly 30 years, my husband and I shared a close, trusting marriage. Months ago, I caught him lying about meetings he was ...

Dear Stepmom: I think the idea of your husband’s family gathering to celebrate his milestone birthday is wonderful. Invite ...

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

DEAR ABBY: My parents got into an argument because my father saw my mother looking at an old photo of herself from when she ...

DEAR ABBY: I have been in a relationship with my now-fiance for eight years. I’m five years older than he is. I know he loves ...

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

Abby advises a worried mom about how his girlfriend is influencing his hygiene and habits—should she intervene?

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