‘I’m the only single one in my friend group and I feel overlooked and taken for granted’
Ask Roe: Ask Roe: How do I navigate changing relationships with my friends who have partners, exes and kids?
‘I told a story about a sex toy at my mother’s funeral. The priest was mortified, but Mum would have loved it’
Comedian Aoife Dunne was shattered by grief after her mother’s death, but now she’s finding giggles in the darkness
‘I’m 28 and gay but have not come out yet. I’m afraid it’s too late’
Ask Roe: ‘I dread this will damage my career and relationships with my friends if I come out after so long’
An old flame has got back in touch – but we’re both married
Ask Roe: The strong feelings between us are still there, but I’m afraid keeping up contact will damage my otherwise happy marriage
I have met someone who should be the ideal man for me - but I don’t want anything serious
Ask Roe: I have no desire to hurt this man who, in so many ways, seems to be the ideal person for me
Family fallouts: ‘I can’t describe the heartache of not having a relationship with my sister’
When sibling relationships fall apart, it can have devastating consequences on our emotional wellbeing and our physical health
My fiance revealed he once had a fling with a man - and I don’t think I fancy him any more
Ask Roe: I’m into manly men, and I think I’ve lost attraction to my intended husband
‘I fell for the horny married man playing the nice guy routine’
Ask Roe: ‘We had an emotional connection, and he seemed to just switch that off when he mentioned his children’
‘Should I tell my wife that I’m a crossdresser after more than 20 years together?’
Ask Roe: ‘I’ve kept this secret for 40 years, and I’m pretty certain she would reject this side of me’
‘Menstrual health affects everything - our work, our relationships, our mental health. Yet it’s still whispered about’
Dr Hazel Wallace – aka The Food Medic – on leaving medicine, offering credible advice online, and her new book about periods
‘I said awful things about a friend while drunk – and I’m panicking that she might have overheard’
Ask Roe: ‘I have no idea why I said these things other than it being alcohol-fuelled bitchiness’
‘I have vaginismus and I’m afraid I’ll never find a man who doesn’t pressure me’
Ask Roe: Partners I attempted penetrative sex with in the past backed away once it became clear that sex was not straightforward
‘A passionate lover from 12 years ago has popped up on a dating app. Should I find out where I stand?’
Ask Roe: ‘He claims to be looking for a long-term commitment and I can’t stop thinking about him’
‘I got back with my partner after breaking up with him but I am still plagued by doubts’
Ask Roe: ‘Why do I feel unsure when he is such a good person?’
‘My ex blanks me at group events – and my family and friends make excuses for him’
Ask Roe: ‘By saying nothing my friends are validating his behaviour. I feel huge anger towards them’