Key facts
- A reader is seeking advice on how to address a lifelong friend's sudden change in attitude.
- The friend is unwilling to disclose the reason for her altered behavior.
The advice column 'Dear Abby' received a query from a reader experiencing distress over a significant and unexplained change in the behavior of a lifelong friend. The friend has become distant or altered in her demeanor, and is reportedly unwilling to communicate the reasons behind this shift. The columnist is tasked with providing advice on how the reader can navigate this situation and potentially understand or resolve the issue with her friend.