Bel Mooney

One of the reasons we get on so well is that we are both strong minded, independent and adventurous spirits. But maybe my sense of adventure only goes so far, a reader writes.

He is not schizophrenic but the usually pleasant caring guy transforms into the Incredible Hulk if I oppose him on certain topics.

When I reached 17, my stepdad started to dance smoochily with me, saying: 'I'm teaching you how to dance like men will dance with you, one reader writes.

The shocking and all too recent history of the Magdalene laundries is laid bare in this compelling new book, reviewed by Bel Mooney

Last year I retired for a very simple, rural life abroad with my 59-year-old husband. We have been together for 20 years, married for 17.

Speedy suppers, delicious desserts and, if you have the appetite for it, Eleanor Steafel has the recipe for a perfect night in with your mates

From the outside we look like the perfect family. But something is tormenting me and I'm scared of where it might lead.

Last week, a reader wrote into me describing how she had been devastated to discover that her husband had become addicted to watching pornography on his laptop.

Dear Bel, I had the usual childhood of girls who suffered physical abuse which left its mark emotionally. From age 15 to 18 I was forced into prostitution.

Dear Bel, I have no idea whether you can help or advise but I am writing anyway because I so want to get this off my chest...