DEAR ABBY: I have been involved with a man I met online. We texted and talked for months before we met. He told me he had a lady friend he goes fishing with. He said she was just a friend. On our first Valentine's Day, he gave me a teddy bear that said, "I love you." I started developing deep feelings for him, but he then informed me that he loves her.

I tried several times to walk away, but he kept pulling me back. I don't know if he doesn't want to hurt her or if he just loves having two women in his life. I know about her, but she doesn't know about me. Should I contact her and let her know? What is the right thing to do? -- TWO-TIMED IN NORTH CAROLINA

DEAR TWO-TIMED: The right thing to do is to walk away from this person -- and stay away. He lied to you when he told you his fishing buddy was just a friend. Now that you know their relationship is more than that, run!

DEAR ABBY: My parents announced during their recent visit that they are planning to move here. Because of a laundry list of complaints, including them being snippy to serving staff in restaurants, my wife has decided she never wants to visit with them again. My inheritance from my parents is my only hope of being able to retire. What do I do? -- CORNERED IN THE SOUTH

DEAR CORNERED: That the reason you won't tell your parents not to move closer is the inheritance you expect to get from them is sad, not only for them, but also for you and your wife.

Explain the facts of life to your missus and make clear that you expect her to show your parents the same respect you have shown to hers. She probably won't have to see them as often as you will, but she can't write them off entirely because of the financial impact it will have on you. Then cross everything you have two of that at the last moment they don't donate their money elsewhere.

DEAR ABBY: My neighbor "Doris" runs our neighborhood group that has in-person meetings once a year. She didn't have any meetings in person or even on Zoom for three years during COVID. Two weeks ago, she contacted me and asked me to come to the next meeting. I told her I didn't want to because at the last meeting I wasn't able to ask all the questions I wanted of city hall officials. Doris apologized several times and assured me it would not happen again.

Last week, I attended the meeting, and they had a sheriff's deputy speak. We were told we could ask questions, so when it was my turn, I began asking questions -- and Doris cut me off and censored me! I saw later that evening that she tried to call me, but I feel it would be redundant to have the same conversation with her. What do I do now that I have been burned twice by her behavior? -- BEEN THERE, DONE THAT

DEAR BEEN THERE: You have two choices. Either stop attending those meetings or, because you feel Doris is too controlling, oppose her leadership, run for that position (if you have the time to devote to it) and ask your neighbors for their votes. It may be time for the "winds of change" to blow through your neighborhood.

DEAR ABBY: After decades of research, I'm thrilled with the recent major progress being made in treatments for people who already have symptoms of Alzheimer's disease. I'm hoping that, one day, we will be able to prevent people from developing memory impairment and dementia.

Brain changes, including the buildup of a toxic protein into amyloid plaques, begin up to 20 years before a person notices any symptoms. This "asymptomatic" stage may be the perfect time to test treatments aiming to delay or prevent symptoms before they begin.

This is why we are conducting the AHEAD Study, an investigational trial of lecanemab, an FDA-approved medication for mild cognitive impairment and mild dementia due to Alzheimer's disease. The AHEAD Study is testing whether starting lecanemab in those with amyloid plaques before symptoms start can help prevent cognitive decline.

As a neurologist, a clinical researcher and someone who has seen Alzheimer's in my own family, I'm grateful we are seeing such progress in our field. But, Abby, we need help from your readers to test these promising medications before the devastating symptoms of Alzheimer's disease are apparent. Those interested in the AHEAD Study should call 800-243-2370 or visit AHEADstudy.org to help us get ahead of Alzheimer's. -- REISA SPERLING, M.D., PROFESSOR OF NEUROLOGY, HARVARD MEDICAL SCHOOL

DEAR DR. SPERLING: Thank you for your letter. Readers, more than 6 million Americans have Alzheimer's. Changing the trajectory of the disease before symptoms appear is an important scientific pursuit. Clinical trials hold the key to new and better Alzheimer's disease treatments.

Approximately 55,000 volunteers are needed for more than 180 clinical trials. In addition to the AHEAD study, the Alzheimer's Association offers TrialMatch, a free service that connects people living with dementia, caregivers and healthy volunteers to clinical trials. Clinical trial volunteers are key to better treatments, prevention strategies and a future cure for Alzheimer's disease. Visit trialmatch.alz.org or call 800-272-3900 to learn more.

DEAR ABBY: My daughter is married with two kids. They live a few hours away. I love seeing them, but I have just one issue. She constantly corrects the way I pronounce words. No one ever mentioned it before she did. A lot of the pronunciations are how my family members and people in my state pronounce them.

She started criticizing me after she lived in three different states. It has reached a point where I dread seeing her. I feel self-conscious, and my self-esteem gets shot down every time I do. When I tell her it hurts me, she says I'm being "too sensitive." I don't know what I should do. -- HURTING OVER THIS

DEAR HURTING: People who make comments that hurt other people's feelings and then tell them they are "too sensitive" are rude and passive-aggressive. What you should do is tell your arrogant daughter to knock it off because you have had it.

DEAR ABBY: I have been dating my boyfriend, "George," for 17 years following our divorces. I have three grown children. He has four -- two of whom are still at home. We have never lived together.

My daughter and George's son (still at home) had a crush on each other when they were teenagers. Fast-forward 10 years -- they have reunited and expressed their love for one another. Although George cares deeply for all my children, I'm afraid he feels my daughter may not be the best choice for his son. She is unemployed and has health issues, and his family's opinions (they are VERY outspoken and value a strong work ethic) weigh heavily on his son.

George "parents" his adult children who are still living with him. (George stayed home until he got married at 30.) His parenting style includes hollering at his kids when they're not tending to their chores or his directives or they're staying out all night. This could possibly come between us. I should add, he's always been good to me in every way. What do you think of all this? -- LESS CERTAIN IN THE EAST

DEAR LESS CERTAIN: What I think should have no bearing on any of this. The "children" are all adults. You can't orchestrate their lives for them. You and George need to calm down and let this scenario play out. Que sera, sera.

DEAR ABBY: My daughter, a smart, lovely, professional young woman, was recently diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes. She graduated summa cum laude from graduate school, and I am obviously very proud of her.

The problem is, she seems depressed and has gained a lot of weight (50-plus pounds) on her small frame. I know she's sensitive about her weight, but when I visit her, she does not watch what she's eating, and her sweet-aholic boyfriend either doesn't care or is unaware of the damage diabetes can have on an overweight person.

My father was diabetic and died at 55. By then, he was blind, and every part of his body had been affected by this terrible disease. I need to do something, but I don't know how to approach her about this. I don't want to alienate her, but I know she's headed down a very destructive path if she doesn't take better care of herself. Please give me some ideas on how to HELP. -- ALARMED DAD IN THE SOUTH

DEAR DAD: Have an in-person conversation about this with your daughter and include her boyfriend. Explain to them that diabetes can run in families and can cause severe damage if ignored and left untreated, as you already know. Is your daughter aware that diabetes caused your father's disability and premature death? She needs to know.

It is crucial that she consult an endocrinologist and learn to manage her condition, which may involve medication, modification of her diet and a regular schedule of exercise. Tell her you love her and will help her if she would like. Then cross your fingers that she will listen and her boyfriend will stop being her enabler.