{"product_id":"adoption-as-a-lifelong-process-a-psychiatric-analysis-9783031330377","title":"Adoption as a Lifelong Process: A Psychiatric Analysis","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003eThis book explores the psychosocial complexities of adoption from various perspectives, including the biological family, adopted child, and adoptive parents. It emphasizes the need for sensitivity and tact in discussing the adoption situation and is organized into 10 parts, covering topics such as different parenthood situations, stress and pain processes, and challenges for adoptive children. The final chapters address deprivation, trauma, and developmental trauma disorders. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Hardback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 270 pages\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 01 August 2023\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Springer International Publishing AG\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis comprehensive book delves into the intricate psychosocial aspects of adoption, encompassing perspectives from the biological family, adopted child, and adoptive parents. It emphasizes the utmost sensitivity and tact when discussing the ongoing adoption situation, recognizing the importance of open and honest communication.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe book is structured into 10 parts, beginning with a brief historical overview of adoption, from antiquity to modern times. The first half of the book explores critical topics such as diverse parenthood scenarios, stress and pain processes in early childhood, and the challenges associated with domestic, international, transcultural, transracial, foster, and sexual and gender minority adoptions.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the second half of the book, chapters delve into the experiences of birth parents, the motivations of adoptive parents, and the difficulties faced by adoptive children in their self-development. The final chapters address the psychological implications of deprivation, trauma, and developmental trauma disorders, providing clinical vignettes to illustrate these concepts.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAdoption, A Life Long Process, is a unique, perceptive, and insightful resource for all individuals involved in the adoption process, including counselors, psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, adoptive parents, and biological parents. It offers valuable insights and practical guidance to navigate the complex emotional and psychological terrain of adoption, fostering a deeper understanding and support for all parties involved.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 672g\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 158 x 242 x 22 (mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9783031330377\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eEdition number\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1st ed. 2023\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Barbara Steck","offers":[{"title":"Hardback","offer_id":44539027161338,"sku":"9783031330377","price":38.54,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/noImage_1_dcc588cf-bf22-4810-8b80-a5f72e62f7b4.jpg?v=1693913341","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/adoption-as-a-lifelong-process-a-psychiatric-analysis-9783031330377","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}