The Handbook of Trauma, Traumatic Loss, and Adversity in Children is a developmentally oriented book rich with findings related to child development, the impact of trauma on development and functioning, and interventions directed at treating reactions to trauma. Aspects of attachment and parenting and the use of interrelationships toward therapeutic ends are included in each age-related section of the book, ranging from 0 to 18+. Grounded in interdisciplinary research, this handbook is an important resource for mental health researchers and professionals working with children, adolescents, and families during the ongoing process of healing from traumatic exposure.
Key Features
- Consolidates research from neurobiology, psychopathology, and trauma studies.
- Offers guidance on the potentially cascading effects of trauma.
- Includes strategies for assisting parents, teachers, and children.
- Provides appendices with further resources available on the book’s website.
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Chapters in the book outline interventions directed at treating reactions to trauma, focusing on age-related sections. The book covers aspects of attachment and parenting, making it comprehensive for various developmental stages.
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