The Boy Who Was Raised as a Dog

For many years, Bruce Perry's work has been deserving of our highest praise. This book is his crowning achievement, the ultimate combination of science and humanity. --Joel A. Dvoskin, PhD, ABPP, University of Arizona College of Medicine, and President, American Psychology-Law Society I have never encountered a child advocate with a better mind, a bigger heart, or a more generous spirit than Bruce Perry. This book captures the essence of his insights and the heroism of his actions on behalf of children who have encountered the dark side of human experience. --James Garbarino, PhD, author of Lost Boys: Why Our Sons Turn Violent and How We Can Save Them Perry has learned a thing or two about how not to raise a prospective sociopath.... He makes a powerful case for early intervention for disruptive children to prevent adult sociopathy. --Booklist This book demands and deserves attention from parents, educators, policymakers, courts, and therapists. Highly recommended. --Library Journal Filled with compassionate, caring stories by a wise healer and scientist, this book will appeal to all who are interested in understanding how children heal. --Lynn Ponton, MD, author of The Romance of Risk Beautifully written, fascinating accounts...The stories exhibit compassion, understanding and hope as Perry paints detailed, humane pictures of [the] patients. --Publishers Weekly