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Who’s in the Middle of Your Marriage?

Dr. Lynn Margolies
by Dr. Lynn Margolies
Is a parent intruding upon your relationship? Understanding this dynamic and learning some practical strategies can help.
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Two women pull a man in different directions, showing tension in a domestic setting.
Dr. Lynn Margolies

by Dr. Lynn Margolies

Dr. Lynn Margolies is a Ph.D. licensed experienced psychologist. She was trained at McLean Hospital, a Harvard teaching hospital, and was a Harvard Medical School Instructor and Fellow. Read Bio

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