"Dear Abby" is an advice column created by Abigail Van Buren, a pen name for Pauline Phillips. First published in 1956, the column offers guidance on various personal and social issues, ranging from relationships to family dynamics. Readers submit their questions, and Abby responds with practical advice and insights. The column has gained immense popularity over the decades, appearing in numerous newspapers across the United States and around the world. After Phillips' passing in 2013, her daughter, Jeanne Phillips, took over the column, continuing the legacy of providing thoughtful advice to readers seeking help with life's challenges.