DR. WALLACE: My younger brother and I are always arguing about everything that happens, seemingly on a daily basis. I’ve asked my parents to help me out, but they always just say, “You guys just have to work it out yourselves.”

Well, so far, this hasn’t worked out for us. We are in each other’s faces almost every afternoon or evening since we are cooped up at home due to COVID-19. Do you have any suggestions for how my brother and I can avoid lighting the fuse every single day? It’s exhausting, but I can’t stand the thought of letting him get away with stuff he knows is totally wrong. — Mired in Sibling Rivalry, via email

MIRED IN SIBLING RIVALRY: A good way to solve family issues is to have a family meeting once a week with all family members in attendance. During this meeting, you and your family can discuss problems and disagreements…



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