- xx, 348 p. : ill.
Cote : WM 170 O836y 2004
État de stress post-traumatique chez l'enfant ; Traumatisme psychique chez l'enfant
Recent years have seen significant advances in knowledge about the effects of exposure to psychological trauma on young children from birth to age 5. This volume brings together leading experts to address practical considerations in working with traumatized young children and their caregivers. State-of-the-art assessment and treatment approaches are presented, together with innovative service delivery models. With a focus on building cross-disciplinary collaboration to better serve this vulnerable population, this is an indispensable resource for all mental health and human service professionals working with children at risk. The book reviews the impact of severe stress on infants, toddlers, and preschoolers, detailing the effects on neurobiology, behavior, relationships, and overall functioning. Clinically oriented chapters describe a range of ways to team with parents other caregivers, and broader support systems to facilitate healing and prevent further traumatization. Aided by detailed case exmaples, professionnals gain proven tools and strategies for : screening for different types of traumatic exposure and conducting multimodal assessments ; Conducting therapeutic interventions in traditional mental health contexts and in pediatric, legal, and community settings ; Working with parents and other caregivers to strengthen the bonds that keep development on track ; Building successful partnerships with child welfare agencies, juvenile courts, and law enforcement ; Managing the emotional impact of this type of work on the therapist.
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