The Difficult Realities of Step-Parenting

Erin calls with an update on how well her family is doing after taking Dr. Laura's advice to ditch their phones and monitor the children each time they use the internet. - Dr. Laura: "Parents have a m...

9 Dec 20224min

Matthew says his daughter is constantly putting herself down, and he's looking for ways to help improve her self-esteem. - Dr. Laura: "Kids like attention even when it's for negative reasons."What's t...

9 Dec 20225min

What can Joy do about her teenage son who is failing despite being bright because he skips school and doesn't turn in his homework? - Dr. Laura: "The most important thing for him to learn now is how t...

9 Dec 20228min

Cathy has been fighting cancer and worries that she's not taking “proper care” of her husband because they haven't had sex for two years. - Dr. Laura: "Now is the time to move slowly and let your body...

8 Dec 20227min

After 51 years of marriage, Dennis says he cannot live with his wife if she continues to follow her new religion. - Dr. Laura: "Marriage is about compromising and sacrificing for the happiness of your...

7 Dec 20229min

Rachel has lost hundreds of pounds through bariatric surgery, but still feels like a failure since she hasn't reached her goal weight. - Dr. Laura: "Give yourself credit for having pulled yourself awa...

6 Dec 202212min

Sarah had to cancel babysitting for her younger sister recently, and it has caused a rift in their relationship that she fears will be long-lasting. - Dr. Laura: "Closeness is a two-way street."Who do...

6 Dec 202212min

At age 70, Debbie says she's tired of worrying whether people like her and adapting her behavior to suit what she thinks others expect. - Dr. Laura: "Start being yourself and never forget that your hu...

5 Dec 202214min