As published in the August 2018 issue of Connections.
Ask Kari: My elderly mother struggles living on her own — how can I support her?
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Family Dynamics
Ask Kari: Should I post the truth about my cheating brother-in-law on Facebook?
As published in the April 2017 issue of Connections.
Ask Kari: How much should I support my aging estranged father now that his wife passed away?
As published in the October 2016 issue of Connections.
Ask Kari: My parents loan me money — how can I tell my brother that’s none of his business?
As published in the December 2019 issue of Connections.
Ask Kari: How can I prevent myself from giving in to my brother’s holiday season bullying?
Ask Kari: Should I continue to send gifts to family members who never say ‘thank you’?
As published in the May 2016 issue of Connections.
Ask Kari: Why is my father hiding his new relationship from me?
As published in the February 2018 issue of Connections.
Ask Kari: My mother-in-law won’t consult me when making family plans — what should I do?
As published in the November 2013 issue of Connections.
Ask Kari: How can I convince my family that our elderly mother should no longer live on her own?
As published in the July 2014 issue of Connections.
Ask Kari: My sister has no social life — how can I get her out of the house?
As published in the June 2016 issue of Connections.
Ask Kari: How can I convince my mother to cut off my brother financially?
As published in the May 2014 issue of Connections.
Ask Kari: Should I financially support my mother-in-law who can no longer pay her bills?
As published in the May 2014 issue of Connections.
Ask Kari: Can I be friendly with my ex-sister in law without offending my brother?
As published in the April 2014 issue of Connections.
Ask Kari: Should I financially help my elderly father, even though he refused to pay child support to my mother?
Ask Kari: Can I limit my family’s holiday dinner to immediate family only?
As published in the December 2014 issue of Connections. About Kari: Kari O’Neill, MSW, LICSW, is a licensed independent clinical social worker. This column is for entertainment purposes only. If you are in crisis and in need of support please contact the Crisis Clinic...
Ask Kari: How can I stop my in-laws from making hurtful comments about our adopted children?
As published in the March 2013 issue of Connections.
Ask Kari: My mother died this year — when will my grief get better?
As published in the December 2013 issue of Connections.
Ask Kari: Should I be concerned that my elderly father is dating a much younger woman?
As published in the March 2013 issue of Connections.
Ask Kari: How can I get my family to help with chores around the house?
As published in the March 2014 issue of Connections.
Ask Kari: How should I handle my selfish mother-in-law?
As published in the April 2015 issue of Connections.
Ask Kari: How can I make my sister see she’s in a controlling relationship with her boyfriend?
As published in the October 2013 issue of Connections.
Ask Kari: Should my lonely elderly mother move in with my family?
As published in the May 2013 issue of Connections.
Ask Kari: My mother has dementia – how can I get through the holidays without feeling depressed?
As published in the December 2015 issue of Connections.
Ask Kari: After a stressful time last year, should I invite all my immediate family over for the holidays this year?
As published in the December 2016 issue of Connections.
Ask Kari: How can I stop my parents from continuing to loan my brother money?
As published in the February 2013 issue of Connections.