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A Child´s Journey Through Placement
Vera I. Fahlberg
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Description for A Child´s Journey Through Placement
Paperback. The classic child welfare text on understanding the experience of children in an out of home placement and how to help them. It explains relevant psychological theory and provides practical guidance on how to provide the best care. Case studies and exercises feature throughout. BIC Classification: JKSF. Dimension: 254 x 177. Weight in Grams: 752.9.
Children who are cared for in an out of home placement are in need of support and stability. This classic text offers information and advice for professionals and carers on how to help these children, who will often have attachment difficulties. Vera I. Fahlberg, M.D. shares her experience and expertise, outlining the significance of attachment and separation, the developmental stages specific to adoptive children and providing guidance on minimizing the trauma of moves. The book also features practical advice on case planning, managing behavior and direct work with children, and throughout are case studies and exercises which ... Read more
Children who are cared for in an out of home placement are in need of support and stability. This classic text offers information and advice for professionals and carers on how to help these children, who will often have attachment difficulties. Vera I. Fahlberg, M.D. shares her experience and expertise, outlining the significance of attachment and separation, the developmental stages specific to adoptive children and providing guidance on minimizing the trauma of moves. The book also features practical advice on case planning, managing behavior and direct work with children, and throughout are case studies and exercises which ... Read more
Product Details
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Condition
New
Weight
752g
Number of Pages
432
Place of Publication
London, United Kingdom
ISBN
9781849058988
SKU
V9781849058988
Shipping Time
Usually ships in 5 to 9 working days
Ref
99-99
About Vera I. Fahlberg
Vera I. Fahlberg, M.D. is a retired pediatrician and psychotherapist. A trainer and consultant with an international reputation, she has travelled around the world sharing her expertise in attachment therapy with families and mental health professionals. For many years she was medical director at Forest Heights Lodge in Evergreen, Colorado, a residential treatment facility for troubled young boys. She has ... Read more
Reviews for A Child´s Journey Through Placement
Parents who want to help children build healthy attachments and self-esteem to minimize the risks associated with complex placement experiences will find this an important addition to their resources.
Adoptive Families Magazine ...this book... contains such valuable information about the needs of children that it would prove beneficial to anyone - parent of professional - working with children regardless ... Read more
Adoptive Families Magazine ...this book... contains such valuable information about the needs of children that it would prove beneficial to anyone - parent of professional - working with children regardless ... Read more