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

I’m struggling with the end of a friendship that has meant the world to me for most of my life. My best friend of 25 years recently married ...

Dear Flooded: Stop saying no so quickly. If you are looking for someone special, you are going to have to do some sifting. As you will discover, dating is a process of trial and error. You may find ...

I am 57 and have been married for 32 years to my husband, who retired from his full-time job last year. I still work full ...

In a few days, the second anniversary of my husband’s death will be here. We were together for 40 years. They weren’t easy ...

Advice Dear Abby: I’m so tired of listening to my friend rant about doctors and medical tests Published: Jun. 29, 2025, 2:00 a.m.

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. Related Articles Dear Abby: Their kids and the baby are ruining our bar time ...

Dear Abby: I cry every time I think of this. Plus: My mother-in-law touches me without my consent.

I am a mother of six and a grandma to four. We are a close family and enjoy each other’s company. My mom is nearly 80. For reasons I could never understand, she didn’t enjoy my children when they were ...

Dear Abby: I have a full-time job and am in pretty good health. I have one son, “Brian,” who is married and has three children. My problem is that my son is often rude to me. I was a single ...

Dear Abby: I'm approaching 100 and don't need flowers for a gift. How do we educated people that there are far more thoughtful gifts, such as a gift certificate for a restaurant or a donation to ...