If you have a friend, coworker, or loved one observing Ramadan and you’re not Muslim, you might wonder how to show up for ...

Carolynn Spezza and her family lost their home to the 2015 Valley Fire. This post was originally published in 2017, and therefore doesn’t include COVID-19 safety or social distancing guidance. Please ...

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 ...

Dear Eric: I’d like to add to your response to “Friend or Foe”, whose best friend was battling cancer and often reacted angrily when asked how she was feeling. Many patients who are battling cancer ...

Having friends who will help you when you're struggling, work with you in the friendship and provide emotional support all ranked higher in importance than having a friend who pays you back. While ...

Dear Abby: How does one approach, by phone, email or in person, a couple—close friends of many years—whose husband is slipping into dementia? Do we acknowledge and commiserate, pretend nothing is ...

A shooting at a Minnesota Catholic school Wednesday left at least two children dead. Mental health professionals say events like these can create strong feelings, so its important to lean on a support ...

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 ...