The Connected Child
The Connected Child is a book that emphasizes strategies for parents to attach and connect with their child. The book offers practical advice for attachment exercises and insights into underlying causes that may be affecting a child’s behaviors. America World strongly recommends this reading for all adoptive parents, whether you are preparing to bring your child home or have been home for many months. This book is co-authored by Dr. Purvis who works at Texas Christian University (TCU) with the Child Development Institute and Hope Connection initiatives. She was also one of the featured speakers at the 2009 Christian Alliance for the Orphans Summit. To learn more about the resources and programs offered at TCU please go to the following website: www.child.tcu.edu