Wow - what a mess. I can see why both you, your wife and your child aren’t happy in this situation and it is stressing you all out a lot. ...

The crucial issue which comes to mind here is boundaries. Putting clear boundaries in place when it comes to your mother in law will be the first step in managing ...

“You are right to be worried and his obsession  (and I don’t think that is too strong a word) with compartmentalising his life could still destroy the love you have ...

Dear IDK, It’s clear to see you and your exchange student friend have a very caring and close friendship. Friends can often develop feelings but when those feelings aren’t reciprocated ...

Hi Delesia, Dreams are part of the grieving process. If it is someone close who has died or someone not so close, you may feel grief in varying amounts. Perhaps you ...

Hi Blob, This is a very important thing to compromise over if it’s what you want. You may ‘love each other to bits’; however communication and negotiation are also key factors in ...

Hi Anonymous, Although you say that the relationship seems perfect, there is usually some doubt in the partnership. This will cause us to act suspiciously. I’m assuming this is not ...

I can appreciate your ‘wits end’ position and your message gives the impression that you are frustrated, anxious and confused which could leave you feeling insecure. It makes me wonder, ...

Psychotherapist Noel McDermott www.noelmcdermott.net says: “Don’t attack the problem head on approach it by looking at the various components that exist and breaking it down. There are 3 main areas that I ...

Sex and relationship expert Jessica Leoni said: “I am used to getting some really tricky dilemmas in my job and this one is right up there as one of the ...

Relationship expert Jessica Leoni says: “I know I am stating the obvious but you have so much to be proud of and you are completely wrong to judge yourself as ...

Relationship expert Jessica Leoni says: “You are clearly suffering from depression and what we need to establish is whether this is a temporary malaise or a more long-term, deep-seated problem. ...

Psychotherapist Noel McDermott www.noelmcdermott.net comments: “Great question and a sensible idea as a lot of guys lose their social network over time due to people moving on getting married for example.  ...

Relationship expert Jessica Leoni said: “I am totally with you on this one and feel you are going to have to tell him once and for all that a fourth ...

Cate Campbell says: The crucial issue here seems less concerned with whether you should spill the beans about your husband’s affair and so much more about how you are coping. ...

Karen Mooney says: Your boss sounds like a lovely, kind, caring man with very professional work ethics. You say he is older than you, if he is very much older ...

Dr Sophie Kent says: Physical activity has many important benefits for children's physical health and mental wellbeing. However, despite many children and families having high levels of knowledge about the ...

Relationship expert Jessica Leoni says: “You don’t provide a great deal of background so it is hard for me to make a proper judgement but, based on the scant details ...

Relationship expert Jessica Leoni says: “I do really feel for you and admire the way you are addressing your problems and bravely trying to come out of your shell and ...

Relationship expert Jessica Leoni says: “I think there are two very simple answers to the questions you pose at the end of your dilemma: yes and yes. Yes, you are ...

Relationship expert Jessica Leoni says: “You sound like you are a really good woman and your partner is very lucky to have you. But I do think you are right ...

Psychotherapist Noel McDermott says: “Flogging a dead horse never works and nor does building a life with someone who is this much the opposite of you.  It’s important to note ...

Sex and relationship expert Jessica Leoni said: “Sex is the glue that keeps most marriages together and it is impossible to overlook its importance to your future happiness. I do ...

Sex and relationship expert Jessica Leoni said: “Take it from me, most marriages are imperfect but basically good. You take the rough with the smooth and you ride out those ...