Navigating Boundaries: Supporting a Friend in an Abusive Relationship

A reader seeks advice from Amy Dickinson on how to handle her long-time friend who keeps returning to her abusive husband. The reader has tried to convince her friend to leave the abusive relationship multiple times but eventually distanced herself. However, she still hopes her friend is safe and feels guilty for ghosting her. Amy advises the reader to detach from her friend's choices while still maintaining a connection. She suggests setting boundaries and encouraging her friend to seek help from organizations like the National Domestic Violence Hotline.