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

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Life & Culture Dear Abby: In my grief over my husband’s death, I’m told I swore at friends. Now none will talk to me Published: Jun. 27, 2025, 12:01 a.m.

Advice Dear Abby: Are your friends deserting you in grief, or are you deserting them? Published: Jun. 22, 2025, 6:00 a.m.

Dear Abby: I take it personally when my co-worker badmouths teachers Dear Abby: In my grief over my husband’s death ... I have had doubts about his sobriety due to his serious family problems and his ...

Dear Abby: We recently suffered the loss of our first grandchild. She was only 24 and taken far too soon. My partner and I are working through our grief, which is challenging as we are in ...

DEAR ABBY: I know I’ll be chastised for having these thoughts, but I need advice. I thought I was supportive to my friend who lost her husband after a four-year battle with Alzheimer’s disease ...

DEAR ABBY: I lost my wife of 20 years four months ago after a prolonged illness. I retired at 62 and became her primary caretaker. The job of caretaker is endless and stressful, and yet rewarding ...

Dear Abby: Ever since I was a child, my mom has regarded me as wise, thoughtful and intelligent. She has confided about family issues, tensions at church and cheating at her workplace. Abby, I don ...

DEAR ABBY: I lost my wife of 20 years four months ago after a prolonged illness. I retired at 62 and became her primary caretaker. The job of caretaker is endless and stressful, and yet rewarding ...