

"A tremendous resource for parents and professionals alike." (Thomas Atwood, president and CEO, National Council for Adoption) Other children have behaved this way other parents have responded thusly welcome to the community of therapeutic and joyful adoptive families."An extremely useful parenting uly outstanding.strongly recommended." ( Library Journal, starred review) This book first assists the parent, saying, in effect, 'Calm down, you're not the first mom or dad in the world to face this hurdle, breathe deeply, then follow these simple steps.' The sense of not facing these issues alone - the relief that your child's behavior is not off the charts - is hugely comforting. " The Connected Child is the literary equivalent of an airline oxygen mask and instructions: place the mask over your own face first, then over the nose of your child. "Truly an exceptional, innovative passionate, accessible, and founded on a breadth of scientific knowledge and clinical expertise." (Susan Livingston Smith, program director, Evan B. Purvis and Cross have thrown a life preserver not only to those just entering uncharted waters, but also to those struggling to stay afloat." (Kathleen E. Kranowitz, author of The Out-of-Sync Child)

"A must-read not only for adoptive parents, but for all families striving to correct and connect with their children." (Carol S. Discipline your child with love without making him or her feel threatened.Effectively deal with any learning or behavioral disorders.Build bonds of affection and trust with your adopted child.Written by two research psychologists specializing in adoption and attachment, The Connected Child will help you: Welcoming these children into your family - and addressing their special needs - requires care, consideration, and compassion. Some adoptions, though, present unique challenges. The adoption of a child is always a joyous moment in the life of a family. "An extremely useful parenting uly outstanding.strongly recommended." ( Library Journal, starred review)
