Dr Dílis Clare, interviewed by Ruth Ruane, at the Budding Cafe, Galway, Ireland.

...so why is our society not accepting of it?

There is something about Agony Aunts that draws people to them.

I think it's that feeling of "I'm not alone" or "at least I don't have that to worry about" or maybe it's just some nosy fascination with other peoples lives.

There is a website that you just have to go and visit. It's called Ask Mammy. There is a very special Mammy at the controls. I know because I met her face to face. She has a kind heart and is a great listener. She has an open mind and never judges anyone. It's just open arms and an understanding ear.

Ask Mammy has a section where you can email her if you have a personal problem of any kind. The topics are Mind, Body, Spirit, Career, Family, Relationships, Practical. You can read problems that have been published, using fictional names of course. There is a forum where everybody shares. There is an articles section with some very interesting reading, for example Meditation, Staying Sane, One Baby Step at a Time, Let Go,  and Claiming Your Dream.