Coverage dated October 7, 2026

Dear Abby: Parent's worst fear becomes recurring nightmare

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DEAR ABBY: My two youngest children have special needs. Both have the mentality of a 7- or 8-year-old. Today, my daughter (13) told the school counselor that her brother (15) has been touching her inappropriately. I feel like I'm reliving a nightmare. Six years ago, my oldest son touched her.

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  1. Philadelphia Inquirer

    Dear Abby | Parent’s worst fear becomes recurring nightmare (opens Philadelphia Inquirer)

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    Philadelphia Inquirer's feed description

    Today's advice from Dear Abby.

  2. Sun Times

    Dear Abby: Parent's worst fear becomes recurring nightmare (opens Sun Times)

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    Sun Times's feed description

    DEAR ABBY: My two youngest children have special needs. Both have the mentality of a 7- or 8-year-old. Today, my daughter (13) told the school counselor that her brother (15) has been touching her inappropriately. I feel like I'm reliving a nightmare. Six years ago, my oldest son touched her.

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