The Boy Who Was Raised as a Dog, 3rd Edition

Explore the profound impact of trauma on children's minds and the pathways to recovery in this classic work of developmental psychology by renowned psychiatrist Dr. Bruce D. Perry. This book shares unforgettable case histories of children who faced unimaginable horror—including genocide survivors, murder witnesses, and victims of family violence—and details the lessons learned about courage, humanity, and hope.

Dr. Perry, coauthor of the #1 New York Times bestseller What Happened to You?, deftly combines these compelling narratives with insightful strategies for rehabilitation. Discover what happens to children's brains when exposed to extreme stress and learn the unexpected measures that can ease pain and foster growth into healthy adults.

• Classic work in developmental psychology detailing the effects of trauma on children.
• Features unforgettable case histories from a child psychiatrist's notebook.
• Outlines compassionate, insightful strategies for the rehabilitation and healing of wounded spirits.
• Explains the science of the mind and the power of love and nurturing in recovery.
• Authored by Dr. Bruce D. Perry and Maia Szalavitz.

• Author: Bruce D. Perry and Maia Szalavitz
• Edition: 3rd Revised ed.
• Binding: paperback
• Format: illustrated
• Language: English
• Release Date: August 31, 2017
• Print Length: 448 pages
• ISBN-10: 0465094457
• ISBN-13: 978-0465094455
• Dimensions: 137x29x210mm
• Weight: 386g

This essential reading provides a deep understanding of childhood adversity and the necessary steps toward healing, making it vital for anyone interested in psychology and child welfare.