“My wife and I have always taken an interest in our children’s homework. Now our children are in high school, it has become increasingly apparent that this behaviour is unwelcome. Should we lessen our interest, or cease it perhaps?” Continue Reading
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Wife fills void by going shopping
A reader is concerned by his wife’s shopping sprees in the wake of their sons leaving the family home. Continue Reading
Eye Concern
“Over the past few months my wife has developed very dark circles under her eyes. I have never seen another person with similar darkness. Is there any medical condition which could cause this? My trouble is she refuses to talk to her GP.” Continue Reading
Harmless eccentric or security risk?
A reader is worried about an apparent imposter in the midst. Is he harmless or does he need help? Continue Reading
Not Willing
“My partner refuses to get a will. What is the standard procedure when someone dies without a will?” Continue Reading
Baby steps to making new friends
A young mum finds it hard to bond with others in her mothers’ group. Continue Reading
PTSD a disease of mind and body
A reader asks how the stresses of war change cognitive function Continue Reading
Support Costs
“WHAT are the costs of child support?” Continue Reading
Parents’ favouritism ignites rivalry
Siblings are at odds after the family favourite helps mum rewrite will
Good advice to help avoid falling
“I was tripping and falling, then realised I was putting my toes down first and catching on a step, or grass and so on.” Continue Reading