I wish my son wanted to spend more time with me He seems to feel under pressure because he is your only child. Could you be overcompensating for your initial reluctance to have children? The Guardian - UK · Jun 28
I’m worried my boyfriend’s use of AI is affecting his ability to think for himself Overdependence on chatbots is a growing problem, and though your boyfriend’s ADHD may be a factor, he needs to find the root of his anxiety The Guardian - UK · Feb 22
‘You think: Do I really need anyone?’ – the hidden burden of being a hyper-independent person Self-reliance is often encouraged over asking others for help in the modern world. But doing everything yourself can be a sign that you are scared of intimacy The Guardian - UK · Feb 15
I used to be an escort, and a former client wants to be friends. What should I do? Do you feel ready to merge your past and your present/future? By allowing this man from your past to possibly be a friend, you can see if this will work for you The Guardian - UK · Jul 20, 2025
My 15-year-old son keeps appearing naked in front of me ‘accidentally’ This provocative behaviour sounds like a cry for help. You need to talk about boundaries – and keep asking if anything is bothering him The Guardian - UK · Oct 11, 2024
How can I stop my dad watching porn on his phone at home? He may be dealing with grief or depression, but whatever the cause, your dad needs help to reset his boundaries The Guardian - UK · Apr 5, 2024
How can I overcome the fear that my depression makes me a bad parent? Like all mothers who worry about ‘passing something on’, your thoughtfulness and awareness will help make a difference The Guardian - UK · Feb 16, 2024
My friend is working so hard it’s affecting her health and family. How can I help? She could be using work to escape something else – but listen and empathise rather than telling her what she’s doing wrong The Guardian - UK · Sep 8, 2023
My husband has no friends and is too reliant on me. How can I help him? The issue here may be more than a concern for his lack of a social life. Try to look at your relationship holistically, rather than seeing him as having the problem The Guardian - UK · Jul 28, 2023
I am one of three women in my lover’s life, but I hate the idea of ending our relationship Don’t leave your job because of this man who will only give you bits of himself. Instead, consider leaving him The Guardian - UK · Sep 23, 2022