How do I excuse myself from applying for secret clearance without having my boss think less of me? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Apr 7, 2009 - 25 answers

I need advice on how to talk to a loved on about her chronic, but unaddressed, health problem. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Jan 22, 2009 - 18 answers

QuoteFilter: "Trust not those who advocate denial of pleasure, as they take their pleasure in denial." I don't have the correct wording, so finding the original source (and hence, correct wording) is proving difficult. Anyone?
posted by Jakey on Dec 16, 2008 - 5 answers

Why do people forget the awful things they do to their kids? [more inside]
posted by joaniemcchicken on Sep 22, 2008 - 42 answers

ImmigrationFilter: Can I stay to appeal? [more inside]
posted by sweetlyvicious on Jan 10, 2008 - 7 answers

How can I help my boyfriend face his serious, long-term roach problem? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Sep 10, 2007 - 61 answers

Why is the quote "Denial ain't just a river in Egypt" so often attributed to Mark Twain? Is this not an anachronism? Does anyone know the real origin of this phrase?
posted by macinchik on Aug 12, 2007 - 21 answers

Seeking advice about how to confront parents about mom's mental illness. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Feb 25, 2007 - 13 answers

My friend hurt himself and ended up with a six-digit hospital bill. The health insurer has denied his claim because he had a couple of drinks that night. What are his options and best strategies for appeal? [more inside]
posted by randomstriker on Nov 7, 2006 - 26 answers

Help me get my recently-evicted friend off my couch and back on his feet. [more inside]
posted by hamster on Mar 8, 2006 - 13 answers

Why, when you wake someone up, do they almost invariably deny that they've been sleeping? [more inside]
posted by leotrotsky on Dec 28, 2005 - 23 answers

Is an insurance company acting in 'bad faith' after initially promising coverage, and giving you a claim number only a week later to deny you coverage? [more inside] [more inside]
posted by jasonspaceman on Sep 17, 2004 - 13 answers