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Dear Dr. Archer, I went on a few dates with my brother-in-law’s uncle. This man has wanted to go out with me for years. When I noticed his page on Facebook, I sent a
Read More »BATTLING DEPRESSION
Dear Dr. Archer, I’m a 50-year-old single teacher who was diagnosed with depression after the death of my father, when I was 31 years old. I was prescribed an antidepressant. Five years ago, I
Read More »IN DANGER?
Dear Dr. Archer, My husband of 18 years had his second affair with his ex-girlfriend in 2007. After playing with her emotions and promising her the world, he decided to remain with his three
Read More »TIME FOR TOUGH LOVE?
Dear Dr. Archer, I have a dysfunctional sister. She’s an alcoholic, compulsive gambler, thief and chronic liar. She goes to a therapist, or so I’m told, but it’s not doing any good, because she
Read More »Alzheimer’s
Dear Dr. Archer, My 74-year-old father was recently diagnosed with Alzheimer’s. My family is still shocked, especially my 70-year-old mother. He seems to be deteriorating quickly. She feels like she can take care of
Read More »I CAN’T SLEEP
Dear Dr. Archer: I have been diagnosed with anxiety and mild depression. I’ve been self-medicating with marijuana for many years as a means to relax. I stopped using pot altogether, but now I’m having
Read More »Love Is Gone?
Dear Dr. Archer, My 43-year-old husband told me he’s not sure if he still loves me. Needless to say, I was stunned. He says he doesn’t feel anything for me, but isn’t sure if
Read More »Tired of Sexual Themes
Dear Dr. Archer, Sex, sex, sex! I’m a 45-year-old married man and it seems like every time I turn on the television, see a billboard or open a magazine, sex is the primary theme.
Read More »Divorce Rate
Dear Dr. Archer, My friends and I are in our 60s, and we constantly argue about why the divorce rate is higher today. What is your opinion? Libby Dear Libby, Yes, the times,
Read More »Ethical Problem
Dear Dr. Archer, I’m facing an ethical dilemma, and could use some advice. I am positive my best friend’s husband is cheating on her. I think she suspects this too, but she’s in denial.
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