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Dear Prudence: The “Always Testing Me” EditionMy boyfriend is insecure and often makes little comments that are hurtful and annoying. Help!
Help! I Might Murder My Friend if I Have to Keep Listening to Him Chew.Read what Prudie had to say in Part 1 of this week’s live chat.
Dear Prudence: The “Socializing While Sober” EditionI want to take a break from drinking, but I’m scared I’ll lose my friends. Help!
Help! I Wish My Workaholic Boyfriend Would Take a Chill Pill.Read what Prudie had to say in Part 1 of this week’s live chat.
My Husband Wants Us to Host His Violent and Voyeuristic Brother for the HolidaysPrudie’s column for Nov. 22.
Help! There’s Another Woman in My Boyfriend’s Life—His Twin Sister.Dear Prudence answers more of your questions—only for Slate Plus members.
Help! My Brother Died and Now I’m Stuck Caring for His Old Dog.Read what Prudie had to say in Part 2 of this week’s live chat.
Dear Prudence: The “Animal Husbandry” EditionMy spouse’s recent obsession with collecting rare animals has gotten out of hand. Help!
My Parents Think a Heart Attack Killed My Sister. Should I Tell Them She Overdosed?Read what Prudie had to say in Part 2 of this week’s live chat.
Help! My Cisgender Partner Keeps Misgendering Me.Dear Prudence answers more of your questions—only for Slate Plus members.
Help! I’m Worried My Engagement Ring Is Cursed.Read what Prudie had to say in Part 2 of this week’s live chat.
Help! My Father-in-Law Spams My Group Chat All Day and It’s Wearing Meme Out.Dear Prudence answers more of your questions—only for Slate Plus members.
Help! I Love to Hike Alone. My Boyfriend Thinks I’m Being Reckless.Read what Prudie had to say in Part 2 of this week’s live chat.
Help! My Dad Is Making Brisket for Thanksgiving and I Don’t Know What to Bring as a Side.Slate’s Jamelle Bouie takes over for a special holiday-themed Prudie.
Dear Prudence: The “Nixed Nuptials” EditionMy fiancé’s family forced us to call off our wedding, but I still love him. Help!
Help! I’m in a Happy Hetero Marriage, but I’m Also Bisexual. Can I Stay in the Closet?Read what Prudie had to say in Part 1 of this week’s live chat.
Help! My Fiancé Won’t Stop Making “Jokes” About How I’m Cheating on Him.Dear Prudence answers more of your questions—only for Slate Plus members.
Help! If I Refuse to Get a Flu Shot, I Won’t Be Allowed to See My New Grandkid. Seriously?Read what Prudie had to say in Part 1 of this week’s live chat.