He adores his boyfriend, but he just can’t feel comfortable around his parents. Is there some way to fix this, or is he doomed to have an awkward Christmas?
family matters
I’m A Newly Out Bisexual Man. How Do I Finally Learn To Date?
He grew up in a home-schooled, Evangelical community. Now he’s out of the closet and out on his own. How does he learn to date as a newly out bi man?
I Just Discovered My Boyfriend Is Living a Double Life
Doctor’s Note: I’m on vacation, so I’m rerunning some favorite columns. The normal publication will resume next week. Today’s column originally ran on 5/22/2020 Dear Dr. NerdLove I’ve been involved with a guy for a little over 5 years. We actually met online. I still remember the night I clicked on his profile. Based on…
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My Friend Is In An Abusive Relationship. How Can I Help Her?
Doctor’s Note: today’s letter includes discussions and descriptions of emotional and verbal abuse. Hi Doctor! I’m not sure if this is the kind of question to take on, because it’s not about me specifically, but about my brother (30) and his girlfriend (29). They’ve been in a relationship for about five years and to be…
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How Do We Tell Our Families We’re Polyamorous?
Hi Doc – My wife and I have been together for 11 years and have 3 great kids. About three years ago my wife’s friend moved in during a tough spot and never left – we have been a ‘throuple’ ever since and she gave birth about a year ago. After our daughter was born…
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How Do I Break Up With Someone… Safely?
Doctor’s Note: today’s letter involves discussion of suicide and suicidal ideation. Hello Doc. I apologize in advance for how dark this is. I’ve been in a long-distance relationship (my first real relationship) with someone for two and a half years. They (non-binary) have a ton of issues, in terms of mental health and personal baggage,…