(BPT) - When a marriage ends in divorce, it’s not just the couple who is involved. Friends and family members are also part of the process and often play many different parts – from objective ...

A few years ago, a friend asked for my advice on how to best support her sister-in-law who had a miscarriage. In response, I breathed a long breath and said… “ugh.” My friend said, “I mean, you study ...

Dear Abby: I’m a 35-year-old man who has always been able to help friends with loss and life changes, until now. For context, I am going through the adoption process with imminent placement. I am in ...

Practical, compassionate ways to support a friend with bipolar disorder — without burning out or saying the wrong thing. Caring about a friend with bipolar disorder can feel confusing, draining, and ...

When I was in middle school, I'd spend hours sitting in a dark closet in my bedroom on the phone with my cousin. We'd gab about our crushes, using their secret code names. We'd share funny stories ...

Dear Abby: I am concerned about a dear friend who has a diagnosis of mild dementia. She has no family here. Her closest relatives are four hours away, and she has minimal contact with them. She was ...

Source: congerdesign/Pixabay Trust is an important ingredient in any friendship. But there are many aspects to trust. How we want to be able to trust friends We definitely want friends to keep our ...

When I was in middle school, I'd spend hours sitting in a dark closet in my bedroom on the phone with my cousin. We'd gab about our crushes, using their secret code names. We'd share funny stories ...

Dear Eric: I have a friend who has struggled with mental health issues following a breakdown a few years ago. She has a diagnosis and is on medication. She is not supposed to drink alcohol while on ...

You can support a loved one with a chronic health condition in various ways, including helping with practical needs, providing emotional support, or supporting their caregiver. Some practical ways to ...