Handbook of Working with Children, Trauma, and Resilience

This book explores the impact of trauma and torture on children, emphasizing a resiliency-focused approach for professionals. It highlights the need for effective interventions to support affected children and families.

Handbook of Working with Children, Trauma, and Resilience offers an in-depth psychoanalytic exploration of the impact of trauma and torture on children. Aida Alayarian emphasizes the importance of adopting a resiliency-focused approach rather than one centered on vulnerability. The book underscores the urgent need for professionals to intervene effectively in situations where children face maltreatment, neglect, and torture, advocating for a collective responsibility to address these issues.

The author highlights the critical role of professionals working in various settings, from policy development in conference rooms to direct support in clinics. Alayarian stresses that improving recovery opportunities for traumatized children and their families should be a primary concern. By examining the specific experiences of refugee children, the book sheds light on the complexities of trauma and its effects on behavior, emphasizing the need for tailored support that considers each child's unique background.

Through a series of case studies, the handbook illustrates effective practices grounded in an intercultural and resilience-oriented framework. By understanding the challenging behaviors exhibited by traumatized children and the broader implications of their refugee experiences, practitioners can offer more appropriate and impactful assistance. Ultimately, Alayarian calls for the development of effective intervention methods as a shared responsibility, aiming to eradicate the torture and maltreatment of children worldwide while fostering a supportive environment for healing and growth.