Cryptic crossword clue
Gives advice to son struggling with clues 8

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 8 letter word COUNSELS

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The straight part
We know that "Gives advice to" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case gives advice to = counsels.
The cryptic/wordplay part
In cryptic crossword there's often an wordplay/cryptic part as well.
This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
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What does COUNSELS mean?

COUNSELS noun
  1. The exchange of opinions and advice especially in legal issues; consultation.
  2. Exercise of judgment; prudence.
  3. Advice; guidance.
  4. Deliberate purpose; design; intent; scheme; plan.
  5. A secret opinion or purpose; a private matter.
  6. A lawyer, as in Queen's Counsel (QC).
COUNSELS verb
  1. To give advice, especially professional advice, to (somebody).
  2. To recommend (a course of action).

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