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.

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

DEAR ABBY: I was sexually abused as a child. Because of this, as an adult woman, I have issues around being touched. I have had therapy, and I am doing much better, but I’m still uncomfortable ...

Advice Dear Abby: Adult daughter turns into a spoiled brat who wants to have two cakes, and eat them, too Published: Jun. 12, 2025, 5:30 a.m.

Dear Abby: Son has become a different person since his brother's murder He’s withdrawn and now has a quick temper. How can I convince him to seek help?

Dear Abby: My parents won’t let me move out until I repay them for college Plus: Should I tell the wife I’m tired of her petty attacks?

Advice Dear Abby: My mother wants a relationship with my adult kids, but she ignored them growing up Published: Jun. 15, 2025, 12:01 a.m.

I have been seeing my partner, “Gil,” for five years. After my husband passed, Gil came into my life again. We had been colleagues about 10 years prior. We always had a spark but never acted on it, as ...

Dear Abby: My 19-year-old son, who is on the spectrum but high-functioning, has left home. He’s legally an adult but wouldn’t allow me to teach him normal survival skills, such as balancing a ...