Advice
The home of Folks’ advice column, Ask Ada, as well as other articles giving actionable tips on how to live with a health condition.

Ask Ada: Should I Disclose My Depression On My Dating Profile?
Plus: how can I help my chronically ill child socialize with friends during the pandemic?

Ask Ada: When Should I Tell The Person I'm Dating I Have An STD?
Plus: how to help a chronically ill person celebrate Christmas remotely!

Ask Ada: Is Making My Mother-In-Law With A Heart Condition Guardian Of Our Kids A Good Idea?
Plus: help! My chronically ill mom is being harassed by neighbors!


Ask Ada: My Dead Parents Want Revenge Against My Disabled Sister
Plus: a mother worries about her daughter falling in love with a man with cancer.

Ask Ada: Remote Schooling Might Be Hurting My Son's Mental Health
Plus: what to do when your family doesn't take your food allergies seriously.

Ask Ada: I Need Help With My Bipolar Son
Plus: COVID ruined my kid's birthday party!

Ask Ada: I'm Disabled. Should I Settle For Less In Love?
Plus: Ada's advice for a sister worrying that her brother-in-law is isolating her sister during lockdown

Ask Ada: I Have The BRCA Mutation. Should I Have Kids?
Plus: I have lupus, and I think going back to teach might just kill me.