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I need to know how to express anger after sexual abuse. (Artwork: Tess Emily Rodriguez)

Ask Erin: I Need Help Expressing Anger After Sexual Abuse

I am unable to physically show any signs of anger — I’m too scared, too well-trained not to. I need to know how to express anger after sexual abuse.

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When it comes to dating and relationship advice, there’s no shortage of tips to follow.

Surprisingly Popular Relationship Advice You Need To Stop Following

When it comes to dating and relationship advice, there’s no shortage of tips to follow. Don't believe everything you hear.

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I feel like I need to explore my sexuality because I haven't felt sexually attracted to men for a while. (Artwork: Tess Emily Rodriguez)

Ask Erin: I'm Dating A Guy, But I Like A Girl. Help!

I’m dating a guy, but I like a girl. I know that this seems very odd and is an awkward situation, but do you have any advice for my dilemma?

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Chances are pretty good that at some point they are going to be depressed. (image credit: Julia Green)

Mommabare: How Do I Talk To My Kids About Depression (And Why)? 

Talk to your kids about depression! Truly. They could probably do a better job of explaining your depression to you than you can them.

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The love you have for your husband is not enough in the face of abuse. And make no mistake, you are in an abusive relationship. (Artwork: Tess Emily Rodriguez)

Ask Erin: I Can’t Cope With My Emotionally Abusive Husband 

From a 25 point list, "These are the signs you're in an emotionally abusive relationship," he even agreed he was doing like 22 of them.

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You are not overreacting. But, you may have to realign your expectations. (Artwork: Tess Emily Rodriguez)

Ask Erin: Am I Overreacting To The Way My Partner’s Family Treats Me? 

Her parents, more specifically her mother, seem to have these microaggressions towards our relationship and I don’t know how to handle it. Am I overreacting?

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We should show (not say) "thank you" when we feel gratitude.

What Happens When You Stop Expecting A "Thank You"​

Something happened that made me snap back to reality and get off my pedestal. In fact, it made me stop expecting to get a “thank you” altogether.

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My dilemma is that I don’t know whether or not I should let her know. (Artwork: Tess Emily Rodriguez)

Ask Erin: I’m The “Other Woman” And I Need Advice

I’m the “other woman.” A couple of years ago I met this guy at my office and we were off and on. I don’t know if I should let his girlfriend know.

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