The pain we feel when we're left out isn't because we haven't recovered from middle school, according to an expert.

Dear Annie: My oldest son is married, and while I have always tried to maintain a good relationship with my daughter-in-law, it’s clear that she doesn’t like me. Despite this, I love my two ...

Dear Annie: My oldest son is married, and while I have always tried to maintain a good relationship with my daughter-in-law, it’s clear that she doesn’t like me. Despite this, I love my two ...

Friendship is a vital part of the human experience, offering support, camaraderie, and a sense of belonging. Most of us cherish our social circles, yet sometimes, despite best intentions, certain ...

Dear Annie: I’m a 52-year-old woman who thought I had my friendships figured out. I’ve had the same core group of friends for more than 30 years -- we’ve been through weddings, births, divorces, even ...

DEAR ANNIE: My fiancé, “Mark,” and I have been together for four years and are set to get married next spring. We live together in a small house we bought last fall. For the most part, things are good ...