There is anxiety on the horizon, but gas prices remained steady this week, according to AAA Auto Club South. ...more

July 14, 2008

Our entire lives we've rescued pets from shelters. I really believe that at some level these dogs and cats bonded so tightly with our family because they realized we'd rescued them. Am I only fantasizing, or do you think such pets know their lives have been saved? - S.P., Minneapolis, MN ...more

July 6, 2008

The rockets' red glare and bombs bursting in air might make for patriotic celebrations for us humans, but your pet will feel differently. ...more

July 3, 2008

I've talked a lot about the anxiety that money causes. But this is a very relevant topic, with what's happening in the financial markets. Housing prices are crazy - stock prices, crazier. And although the government is trying to step in and lend a hand, even it is at a bit of a loss when it comes to finding a solution. ...more

May 11, 2008

Dear Lyn: My husband is in the early stages of Alzheimer's. His memory isn't good and he gets confused. Our only grandchild's wedding is in June. I'm looking forward to it and he's still social enough to enjoy the celebration. It's just that we have to fly and I'm worried about the stress of crowded airports and possibly losing him. Any suggestions you have that could help make traveling with him easier for both of us would be greatly appreciated. – Mildred ...more

February 15, 2008

Kevin O'Connell's previous 19 Oscar nominations were nothing like this. ...more

January 24, 2008

Anxiety is usually something people want to avoid. The dictionary defines it as "a state of being uneasy, apprehensive or worried about what may happen." People who experience too much anxiety may find themselves on a therapist's couch, and doctors prescribe pills to keep away this feeling. ...more

January 7, 2008

Editor's note: Because of the nature of their family members' illnesses, the names of some people in this story have been changed to protect their identities. ...more

November 21, 2007

Dear Abby: My father has had several heart attacks. He currently has a pacemaker, which helps to maintain his heart rate. ...more

November 4, 2007

As Marc Cohn does the publicity circuit to promote his new album, 'Join the Parade,' talk inevitably turns to the singer's carjacking two years ago, when he was shot in the head. ...more

October 23, 2007