Claire Berman", is a freelance writer, former Director of Public Education for the Child Welfare League of America, and former Executive Council member for the American Society of Journalists and Authors. Specializing in writing about the emotional dimensions of family relationships, she has authored or co-authored eight books, and her articles have appeared in publications including "Reader's Digest", "McCall's", "Family Circle", "Good Housekeeping", "Woman's Day", and "The New York Times Magazine". Berman has appeared on the "Today" show and has been featured in "People" magazine.