The Boy Who Was Raised as a Dog

# The Boy Who Was Raised as a Dog

## Introduction
- Overview of the Book
  - Author: Dr. Bruce D. Perry and Maia Szalavitz
  - Focus on Child Trauma and Recovery
  - Real-life Case Studies

## Part I: Understanding Trauma
- The Brain and Trauma
  - How Trauma Affects Brain Development
  - Neurosequential Model of Therapeutics (NMT)
  - Importance of Early Childhood Experiences
- Case Study: The Boy Who Was Raised as a Dog
  - Background of the Case
  - Lack of Human Interaction
  - Treatment and Recovery Process
- Types of Trauma
  - Neglect and Abuse
  - Domestic Violence
  - Community Violence

## Part II: Stories of Resilience
- Case Study: The Girl Who Inflicted Pain
  - Self-Harm as a Coping Mechanism
  - Identifying Underlying Issues
  - Therapeutic Interventions
- Case Study: The Boy Who Saw Ghosts
  - Hallucinations and PTSD
  - Understanding the Root Causes
  - Steps Towards Healing
- Case Study: The Children Who Lived in a Chaotic World
  - Effects of Chaos on Development
  - Creating Stability and Routine
  - Long-term Outcomes

## Part III: Healing and Recovery
- Principles of Trauma-Informed Care
  - Safety and Trustworthiness
  - Peer Support and Collaboration
  - Empowerment and Choice
- Techniques for Healing
  - Sensory Integration Therapy
  - Play Therapy
  - Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Role of Caregivers and Community
  - Educating Caregivers
  - Building Supportive Networks
  - Advocacy and Policy Change

## Conclusion
- Lessons Learned
  - Importance of Early Intervention
  - Resilience and Hope
  - Ongoing Research and Development
- Final Thoughts
  - Call to Action for Professionals and Caregivers
  - Future Directions in Trauma Care