DEAR ANNIE: I grew up with a mother who was an abusive alcoholic and drug addict. She also struggled with anorexia and severe ...

Family is supposed to be a source of love, support, and comfort. However, sometimes, those closest to us can become the ...

I was caring for a patient named “Mr. Thompson,” who had come in with severe back pain. After completing my initial assessment, his daughter, “Sally,” arrived and immediately demanded that I give her ...

How can others in similar situations -- dealing with abusive or toxic family members -- work toward understanding, healing and forgiveness while still protecting themselves from harm?

Not every toxic in-law relationship can be fixed. Some family members will never accept you, no matter what you do. In these cases, the best thing you can do is focus on your well-being and ...

I quite literally had to ask if security would be present because of all the bad blood that will be in the same room.