DEAR WISER AND WONDERING: Yes, it’s appropriate -- when done with care. A parent’s loving honesty, shared gently and ...

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

Dear Abby advises a recent college graduate who got a job on how she should handle living back home with her parents, while ...

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

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

Is it ever appropriate for parents to voice concern about who their adult children are dating — especially when they see red ...

When I mentioned we might move closer, my son got very upset and made it clear that he didn’t want it to happen. At the time, ...

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 ...

Donation Options Search Search Search Share DEAR ABBY: My husband and I have been happily married ... He does maintain a relationship with his parents. They usually visit once a year, as we live out ...

DEAR TRYING: It appears your parents want to keep their little girl at home and under their thumbs. At 23, you are an adult and entitled to live independently (or with your boyfriend) if you wish.

Dear Abby: Friends have started inviting their 20-something children (and grandchild) to our happy hours Dear Annie: Is it ever appropriate for parents to voice concern about who their adult children ...

The 23-year-old college grad is working full time, but would like her own place. Her parents are using her student loans to keep her in their house.