Lenore Terr is an author with extensive experience and research in the field of trauma and memory. Her groundbreaking work with traumatized children, including the case of the kidnapped children of Chowchilla, has established her as a leading global authority in the field. Through her writing, she shares a profound understanding of the psychological impact of traumatic experiences, offering readers insight into the complexities of the human psyche.
In 1976 twenty–six California children were kidnapped from their school bus and buried alive for motives never explained. All the children survived. This bizarre event signaled the beginning of Lenore Terr's landmark study on the effect of trauma on children. In this book Terr shows how trauma has affected not only the children she's treated but all of us.
The book introduces various child psychotherapeutic approaches that are both innovative and practical. It emphasizes techniques that cater to the unique emotional and psychological needs of children, providing insights into effective communication and therapeutic strategies. By focusing on the developmental aspects of childhood, the author aims to equip practitioners with tools to foster resilience and emotional well-being in young clients. The text serves as a valuable resource for therapists seeking to enhance their skills in child psychology.