The article addresses two separate letters to Dear Abby. The first letter discusses a mother concerned about whether to inform her son about his biological origins, especially since he is questioning his Jewish ancestry. The author advises that the truth is essential for their relationship. The second letter highlights the struggles of a married woman with kleptomania, who seeks help for her uncontrollable stealing. Abby encourages reaching out to a professional for support to overcome her addiction and emphasizes the importance of admitting the need for help.
"Your son deserves to know that because your husband felt that revealing that you needed artificial insemination to conceive would make him seem less manly, you couldn't disclose this important information while he was living."
"Stopping this madness within yourself on your own obviously isn't working. Embarrassing as it may be, the time has come to admit to someone who is qualified to help you that you need it."
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