by Bruce Perry & Maia Szalavitz · 2006
Case studies of traumatised children through an attachment and neurodevelopmental lens.
Best for: Parents and clinicians wanting compelling, compassionate case-based reading on childhood trauma and attachment disruption.
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Case studies of traumatised children through an attachment and neurodevelopmental lens.
Perry's case stories show how early trauma and neglect shape the developing brain — and how relationships help it heal. Moving and instructive for parents and carers of traumatised children.
Best for: Parents and clinicians wanting compelling, compassionate case-based reading on childhood trauma and attachment disruption.
A note. This is reading material, not clinical treatment. If you’re working through something difficult, books complement therapy — they don’t replace it. Book a session with our team for personalised support.
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