The Boy Who Was Raised as a Dog: And Other Stories from a Child Psychiatrist’s Notebook - Bruce D. Perry & Maia Szalavitz

Bruce D. Perry, a child psychiatrist, recounts cases involving children exposed to severe abuse, neglect, violence and other traumatic experiences, exploring how these experiences affect brain development and behaviour. Written with science journalist Maia Szalavitz, the book combines clinical case histories with explanations of the developing brain, showing how early relationships, safety, affection and nurturing can influence recovery. From the story behind the title to accounts of children affected by family violence and disaster, it examines both the lasting effects of childhood trauma and the capacity for healing. First published by Basic Books in 2006, it is a widely read work on childhood trauma and developmental psychology.