Elaine A. Malec, PhD is a licensed psychologist who has been working in the field for over 26 years. She graduated from the University of South Carolina with her B.S in Psychology and then received...view moreElaine A. Malec, PhD is a licensed psychologist who has been working in the field for over 26 years. She graduated from the University of South Carolina with her B.S in Psychology and then received her doctorate from the University of Pittsburgh. Her experience includes research in the study of cognitive impairment due to brain diseases such as Alzheimers and TBI at the neuropsychiatric hospital at the VAMC in Pittsburgh. She has also worked with seniors in the local nursing homes and has been in private practice for over 17 years. She is the founder and CEO of GriefCare Serivces which provides GriefCare Companions for families facing the end-of-life for one of their members. For more information visit: www.GriefCareServices.com.DisclaimerNo part of this book may be reproduced in any form or by any electronic, photocopying, recording, mechanical or other means including information storage and retrieval system without written permission of the author. While all resources and links are cited in good faith, the accuracy, validity, and effectiveness of said information, as with any publication, cannot be guaranteed.This book is intended for educational purposes, to provide general information in regard to the subject matter covered and is not intended as a psychological, or counseling aid. The author is not providing any psychological assessment, individual treatment interventions or psychological advice. The ideas, and recommendations contained in this book are not intended as a replacement for consulting with a psychological professional. This book is not a substitute for any treatment or meant to replace or conflict with the advice given to you by your psychological or counseling professionalview less