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My Friends Are Leaving Me Out

From my Call of the Day archives; Emma has escaped the clutches of her emotionally abusive mother, but her siblings, who still live at home, have not. Is there anything Emma can do for them? Searching for advice? Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or make an appointment at DrLaura.com

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Matt wonders if he's insensitive since he doesn't feel as sad about the death of his pets as other callers seem to. Searching for advice? Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or make an appointment at DrLaura.com

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Robyn and her husband are bracing for the emptiness they know they'll feel when the dog they've had since they first got married dies.Searching for advice? Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or make an appointment at DrLaura.com

I'm Heartbroken Over My Fur Babies

Holly thinks she needs to micromanage her 15-year-old son because he doesn't push himself as hard to succeed as she would like. Searching for advice? Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or make an appointment at DrLaura.com

What Are The Benefits Of Being A "Bitch"?

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