I’ve asked if I did something wrong, and they brush it off with excuses about schedules or “it just came together last minute ...

DEAR ABBY: Once a month, I meet for lunch and cards with three women I have known for many years. We have lots of fun, but it is bittersweet for me. I am aware the three of them get together and ...

Feeling left out at school can be tough for kids and parents alike. Dr. Erica Lee from Boston Children's Hospital shares ...

Does your child complain, “Nobody wants to play with me” or “I feel left out”? Social belonging is not just about having friends, it is a fundamental human need and for children, being included in ...

Dear Annie: My best friend recently started dating someone new, and ever since, she’s become distant. We used to talk daily; now I’m lucky if she texts back within a week. When we do hang out, he ...

Readers: Annie Lane is off this week. This column was originally published in 2022. Dear Annie: I’m writing this concerning my family. I have five sons and one daughter who are all grown and have ...