My 14-year-old spends all his time online. Is he a gaming addict?
Dear Annalisa, My son is nearly 15 and my only child. His father and I separated some years ago and they see each other regularly. My son…
I’m dating a woman old enough to be my mother. Should we split up?
Dear Annalisa, I am 31. Three years ago, I fell into a relationship with a woman who was 50. We lied about our ages (I said I was…
My elderly mum is tearful, angry and lonely. What can I do?
Dear Annalisa, I’m worried about my mum. She’s in her early 80s, has mobility problems and seems depressed. Every phone call with her usually ends with her…
My dad scorns my career goals. How do I keep us from falling out?
Dear Annalisa, I have just turned 17 and will soon go to college. I have always done well at school; I don’t drink, use drugs or even…
Annalisa Barbieri 