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Jan 8

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When an Underlying Issue Becomes a Big P...

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How are you dealing with the baggage you've brought into your marriage? We all bring some, but the key is taking appropriate action to address it. David and Krista Dunham talk to Jim Daly about how they discovered Krista had an eating disorder while they were dating. Also, Erin Smalley discusses what you can do if your spouse has a serious problem, but is not seeking help.

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