By Phillip Milano Question I’ve never understood why people get married, then call their mom or dad and complain about their spouse rather than talk to their spouse. Why? Do they expect mom or dad to rush over and spank the spouse? David, Seattle Replies No one knows you like your parents. They should offer unconditional love, and a child, …

By Phillip Milano Question Why do straight men think they can be “just friends” with a woman but can’t with a gay man? Duane, gay, black, Washington, D.C. Replies They don’t want to be labeled gay. My boyfriend makes faces or groans when I talk about gay marriage and equal rights. He admits he has no problem with gay people …

By Phillip Milano Question When I read or write, I hear the words in my mind. How do the deaf do it? Lonnie, El Paso, Texas Replies When I read, I “feel” the words in my mind. Depending on schooling, etc., we often learn written English as a second language, since American Sign Language is not related to English. — …

By Phillip Milano Question Why do black people seem to wear clothes with the tags still on them? — Chris, Jacksonville Replies I’ve seen guys do this in high school and at my university. It’s usually on expensive caps and tennis shoes. To me it’s stupid, but obviously they want everybody to know about their expensive whatevers. — Dee, 19, …

By Phillip Milano Question Is it true that Amish teens do not have to follow Amish traditions, such as not using electricity? — J.K., Johnson City, Tenn. Replies I have heard that Amish teens get a year “off” to live in our world to see which path they want to choose. Otherwise they use nothing electric. — D., 53, Pagan …

By Phillip Milano Question Why do most adults assume I’m sexually active because I’m a teen? J.B., 15, male, Bloomfield Hills, Mich. Replies For the most part, teens are. Another factor might be your looks. If you’re attractive, most people will assume you’re sexually active. Craig, 21, Canada Because for many of today’s teens, that’s the stereotype. Hang in there. …