#038 - Have you ever had the experience of meeting up with a dear friend for coffee or talking with your trusted therapist, and all of a sudden, you stumble into a conversation that's a little scary and emotional? Maybe you hesitate for a minute and ask yourself if you're gonna take the risk and really "go there".I don't know about you, but when I find myself in these situations with a person I trust, and I make the choice to dive in, I end up learning a lot about myself and having an even closer relationship with the person I'm talking with.I'm going to ask you to "go there" with me today as I interview Dr. Lauren Marcewicz, Palliative Care Physician. In this interview with Dr. Marcewicz, we have a real conversation about hospice, palliative care, family dynamics, and so much more.Here's a peak inside my interview with Dr. Lauren Marcewicz:    [04:49] Dr. Marcewicz shares what drew her to end of life care.    [08:45] Learn one of Dr. Marcewicz most memorable end of life experiences.    [14:44] Discover the difference between Palliative Care and Hospice    [18:47] I share one of my most memorable experiences with a dying man    [22:44] How someone qualifies for hospice care explained here    [40:19] Active dying is a terms that many hospice and palliative care providers use. Learn what it means.     [45:59] Tips for families starting the end of life journey from a palliative care physician.    [50:21] Learn about the importance of anticipatory grief for the overall grieving process.Click here to visit the show notesInterested in working with me? Learn more hereJoin the movement to de-stigmatize mental health for older adults: With the Psychology of Aging podcast, my mission is to de-stigmatize mental health for older adults, to improve access to mental health care for older adults, and to create a space that is inclusive of all older adults. You can help by sharing episodes, and subscribing to the podcast. Click here to subscribe in iTunes!Then, leave a review. Your review will help other people find this podcast.To leave a review, simply:1. Click here2. Scroll down to "Ratings and Reviews" 3. Tap or click "Write a Review"I read them all. Thank you!DISCLAIMER:The material on this site is for informational and educational purposes only. Any comments Dr. Koepp may make on the podcast, blog, or in response to an individual’s story or comments should not be construed as establishing a psychologist-patient relationship between Dr. Koepp and the individual. None of Dr. Koepp's show, website, social media, comments, or group information should be considered a substitute for individualized medical or mental health assessment, diagnosis, or treatment. Dr. Koepp is only representing herself in her TV Show, blogs, and on her website.