Children and Trauma: A Guide for Parents and Professionals (Paperback)

by Cynthia Monahon (Author) "Trauma occurs when a sudden, extraordinary, external event overwhelms an individual's capacity to cope and master the feelings aroused by the event..." (more)
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"An invaluable guide for parents of the thousands of children traumatized each year by disasters, accidents, or violence." --Susan Kelley, R.N., Ph.D., Boston College School of Nursing

"Parents reading this sensitive, comprehensive book will be well nourished . . . wrapped in a warm comforter, soothed, educated, and given the hope and practical advice they need to help their children and themselves cope with traumatizing experiences. Professionals will treasure this book." --Beverly James, author, Treating Traumatized Children

"A practical, comprehensive, and authoritative guidebook. An essential reference for parents of traumatized children." --Charles Schaefer, Ph.D., cofounder, Association for Play Therapy

"Cynthia Monahon has written a clear and comprehensive guide to understanding the emotional aftermath of childhood crises. This book is a must read for parents and other caregivers who live or work with children." --Marlene A. Young, Ph.D., J.D., executive director, National Organization for Victim Assistance

Product Description
Childhood traumas range widely in their severity and impact. A car accident, an earthquake or flood, being attacked by a dog, undergoing a frightening medical treatment?all are distinctly different events yet all provoke common symptoms of psychological trauma. These symptoms may include fearfulness, nightmares, and dramatic behavioral or personality changes. And parental anxiety over changes in a child can, in turn, complicate the healing process.

Children and Trauma teaches parents and professionals about the effects of such ordeals on children and offers a blueprint for restoring a child's sense of safety and balance. Cynthia Monahon, a child psychologist who specializes in the treatment of psychological trauma, offers hope and reassurance for parents. She suggests straightforward ways to help kids through tough times, and also describes in detail the warning signs that indicate a child needs professional help. Monahon helps adults understand psychological trauma from a child's point of view and explores the ways both parents and professionals can help children heal.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 240 pages
• Publisher: Jossey-Bass; 1 edition (July 18, 1997)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0787910716
• ISBN-13: 978-0787910716
• Product Dimensions: 9.2 x 6.2 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12.3 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #480,345 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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17 of 17 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Very informative, April 4, 2000

By A Customer

Children and Trauma: A Guide for Parents and Professionals is a very informative guide to help us to help our children. I am a Clinical Psychologist who works with children who have experienced trauma in their young lives. This book is well-written and provides information for both the layperson and those who specialize in this field. This book is clearly structured so that one may go to the sections which may be most applicable to the child you are wanting to assist. I highly recommend this book.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Children and Trauma..Very Informative, May 2, 2006

By	E Aquino - See all my reviews

This book is extremely helpful and an easy read especially for parents who need it during the most stressful times of dealing with trauma. A great book. I recommended it to anyone who is or has a loved one dealing with children and trauma.