All articles tagged with #family issues
A reader writes Carolyn Hax about a husband who left after 12 years of marriage and 16 years together, saying he isn’t in love with anyone but wants a break from parenting and to control how the breakup is described. The columnist advises setting boundaries, focusing on the children’s well-being, and not letting the husband dictate the narrative while she plans her next steps.
Brooks Koepka says last year’s family turmoil, including his wife Jena Sims’s miscarriage, affected his play, but a calmer home life and his decision to leave LIV Golf for the PGA Tour have helped him fall back in love with golf. He opened the PGA Championship with a 1-under 69 and has emphasized that being closer to family has improved his mindset and performance, even as he continues to work through putting struggles.
A wife in a blended family asks how to handle her husband’s ex-wife flirting with him without inflaming tensions or appearing a doormat; Carolyn Hax suggests clear boundaries with the ex, unity with her husband, open communication, and prioritizing the stepson’s wellbeing.
A grandfather asks for guidance as his 26-year-old grandson, who earned a master’s degree but has never held a job, stays up all night gaming and shows little motivation to work, while his mother (the daughter) cushions him; he wants practical boundary-setting advice to stop enabling him.
A 2025 Pew Research Center study finds men are more likely than women to live with parents, and The Washington Post examines how the rise of stay-at-home sons reflects shifting economic realities and cultural expectations, highlighting examples like a Jeopardy! contestant who jokes about staying with family to illustrate a broader national conversation about work, family dynamics, and masculinity.
Carolyn Hax’s readers weigh in on a letter about a husband who loves cars so much it crowds out couple time; while the writer is glad he has a passion, she wants more shared moments and clearer boundaries, and commenters offer strategies for balancing hobbies with the relationship, such as scheduling time together, communicating needs, and finding ways to involve the hobby without sidelining the partnership.
A roundup of the most-read Carolyn Hax advice columns of 2025, featuring stories about a birthday obsession, a flight-tracking in-law, and inheritance disputes.
Lil Nas X's father, Robert Stafford, revealed the rapper's recent hospitalization, arrest, and the family struggles behind the scenes, highlighting the pressures Nas X faces as a public figure and his efforts to support his family amid personal challenges. The article also touches on Nas X's coming-out story, his controversial music video, and his recent legal issues, emphasizing the emotional and financial burdens he endures.
The article features advice on various personal issues, including cautioning a nephew about rushing into a new relationship after a painful divorce, and addressing a wife's feelings of exclusion and possible underlying relationship problems with her husband. It emphasizes the importance of patience, premarital counseling, and open communication in relationships.
Atlantic City Mayor Marty Small and his wife, La’Quetta Small, have been charged with endangering the welfare of a child for physically and emotionally abusing their teenage daughter. The couple allegedly abused their daughter on multiple occasions, including hitting her in the head with a broom, causing her to lose consciousness. The mayor's lawyer stated that the matter is unrelated to any improprieties in the mayor's office and focuses on private personal matters.
Rep. Lauren Boebert's son, Tyler Boebert, was arrested on 22 criminal charges, including felonies, related to vehicle trespassing and property thefts. This adds to the ongoing family issues, including the congresswoman's divorce and her ex-husband's recent assault charges. Boebert did not immediately respond to requests for comment.
Rep. Lauren Boebert's 18-year-old son, Tyler Boebert, was arrested and is facing 22 charges related to a series of crimes in Colorado's 3rd congressional district, adding to the turmoil surrounding Boebert's election campaign. The congresswoman has been dealing with family troubles, including her ex-husband's arrests and a restraining order, while trying to shift her campaign to a new seat in Colorado's 4th district. The ongoing family issues, including her son's arrest and her own controversial incidents, are likely to impact her election campaign.
A judge informed Representative Lauren Boebert that her restraining order against her ex-husband is not enforceable until he is personally served with it, despite his knowledge of the order. The court hearing was continued to March 4, and her ex-husband expressed hope for an amicable resolution for the sake of their children.
Alex Batty, a British teenager who went missing six years ago at the age of 11, has broken his silence and revealed that he decided to return to Britain because he wanted a better future. Batty admitted to lying about the details of his escape to protect his mother and grandfather from the police. He explained that he left them after becoming tired of drifting around Europe and not having a stable life. Batty is now back under the legal guardianship of his maternal grandmother in northern England and plans to focus on studying and eventually working in the technology sector.
Reality TV star Kristin Cavallari revealed on her podcast that she cut off her father two years ago after he "crossed the line" with her three children. She described her father as a narcissist and said that she never felt good enough around him. The final straw came when he did something to her kids, prompting her to sever ties. Fans praised her for taking a stand against toxic family members and prioritizing her children's well-being. Cavallari and her father had already grown apart after the death of her brother in 2015.