Dr. Chris Grace outlines 5 mistakes that parents often make as their children become more independent.

"My husband and I have been married for 30+ years. He suffers from depression and takes medication. Here is my question: We have not been intimate in 5 years, and while he pursues going to the doctor for his physical and mental health, he does not pursue finding out why he has no desire for sex or intimacy. What can I do? I feel abandoned."

In this article, author Arlene Pellicane encourages parents to think about how to launch adults as opposed to babysitting children.

"My wife and I have been happily married for four years now and have been encouraged to attend marriage retreats or counseling. We don't have any big issues going on, so what is the point of going to counseling or on a retreat?"

Have you come across a situation in which a person has a habit of making promises to you but never following through? How do you interact with this person, to ensure the promises do not continue to be unfulfilled?

"How do I recognize emotional dependency? I am curious where the line is drawn from depending on someone for support and where that goes too far. How do I deal with someone who might be emotionally dependent?"

Manipulation can be overt, and it can also be subtle, flying below our radar. What are some ways that we can recognize manipulation in relationships?

"I am in friendships that I am worried might be manipulative. What are some ways that I can recognize manipulation within friendships or relationships?"

"I have been trying to think of dates that I can set up with my wife that will help us connect with each on a deeper level. It can be hard to schedule that into our routine with kids and other things making life busy. Can you help me with some ideas?"

In this article, Dr. Chris Grace shares seven points on how to begin to build confidence in yourself, relationships, and life in general.