Trauma Proof

'A visionary book' -- Bruce Perry * author of What Happened to You? * 'Buy this book' -- Lemn Sissay * author of My Name is Why * 'Offers moving stories, personal reflections, and science-based data ... an immersive journey' -- Daniel Siegel * author of Brainstorm * 'Trauma Proof moved me deeply. I learned so much' -- Dame Esther Rantzen 'I could not put it down' -- Nadine Burke Harris * author of The Deepest Well * 'A book of profound importance - one that will serve as a beacon of hope and guidance for decades to come. This unflinching, edifying, must-read book is a testament to the human capacity for healing and transformation' -- Lisa Damour * author of Untangled * 'A defining work on childhood adversity and essential reading for anyone committed to forging a better future for the world's children. Weaving together moving personal stories, compelling scientific evidence, and wise insights, Perks captures how childhood trauma is both a lasting wound and a harm we can heal' -- Adam Benforado * author of Unfair * 'A clarion call ... a wonderful book."" -- Professor Robbie Duschinsky * author of The Psychology of Attachment * 'A remarkable book. Trauma Proof combines personal experience with scientific evidence, compelling stories with sound recommendations. The world's children would have brighter futures if the insights of this book formed the basis for action' -- Michael Marmot * Director, UCL Institute of Health Equity * 'A new and fascinating look at childhood trauma, considering what the impacts really are - and what needs to be done. An important read' * Ireland Live *