“Fire can warm or consume, water can quench or drown, wind can caress or cut. And so it is with human relationships: we can both create and destroy, nurture and terrorize, traumatize and heal each other.”
Quote by Bruce D. Perry
Work
The Boy Who Was Raised as a Dog: And Other Stories from a Child Psychiatrist's Notebook--What Traumatized Children Can Teach Us About Loss, Love, and Healing
Written by a child psychiatrist, this book presents a collection of real-life stories that illustrate the profound effects of trauma on children. It offers insights into the challenges faced by these young individuals and the healing processes involved. The narratives provide a window into the emotional and psychological landscapes of traumatized children, offering readers a deeper understanding of loss, love, and the journey towards healing. more
Author
Bruce D. Perry
Bruce D. Perry is a renowned American psychiatrist born in 1955. He has extensive research and clinical experience in the field of child mental health, particularly in the treatment of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Dr. Perry has made significant contributions to the fields of psychiatry, neurobiology, and child development, and his work has had a profound impact on improving the mental health of children and adolescents. more