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The Boy Who Was Raised as a Dog

by Bruce D. Perry, Maia Szalavitz

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In The Boy Who Was Raised as a Dog, child psychiatrist Bruce D. Perry and journalist Maia Szalavitz explores how trauma shapes the developing brain through powerful real-life case studies. Blending neuroscience with compassionate storytelling, the book reveals how abuse, neglect, and violence affect children’s behavior and emotions. Perry shows that healing is possible through patience, safety, and attuned relationships, offering hope for recovery and resilience after early trauma.

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