Dear Abby Letters Highlight Child Abuse Hotline Help
A reader thanks Dear Abby for guidance given in 1984 about reporting abuse. The note, signed Healed in Bainbridge Island, Washington, credits Abby with offering hope and recalls the Child Abuse Hotline number 800 422 4453. Abby replies that help is available and emphasizes contacting the hotline as the first step.
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Dear Abby Frustrated: Son’s shiftless behavior hurts marriage
A 33 year old wife writes about her husband 15 years older with a 25 year old adult son who lives at home. The son avoids work, cleans, or chores and parties while others work. The columnist urges the father to set firm boundaries and have Sonny get a job and move out.
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