Children of Imprisoned Parents: A Guide to Holistic Caregiver and Child Well-Being
Holistic Well-Being: Children of Imprisoned Parents is a guide for caregivers seeking to understand how parental incarceration may affect children's stress responses, emotions, and daily behavior. It describes trauma-informed approaches and practical tools for coping, emotional regulation, and stress reduction.
At a glance
- Discusses parental incarceration, child development, stress responses, anxiety, grief, and loss.
- The description says the book addresses adverse childhood experiences, trauma, and childhood suicide ideation.
- Describes trauma-informed interventions and practical tools for coping, emotional regulation, and stress reduction.
Pros and cons
Pros
- Addresses the effects of parental incarceration on both children and caregivers, including possible emotional and behavioral responses.
- Combines discussion of difficult topics with practical tools and healing-centered approaches, according to the listing.
Technical specifications
9 specifications| Publisher | McFarland |
|---|---|
| Publication date | June 5, 2025 |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 331 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 1476687161 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1476687162 |
| Reading age | 18 years and up |
| Dimensions | 7 x 0.66 x 10 inches |
|---|---|
| Weight listed | 1.3 pounds |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Caregivers supporting children affected by a parent's arrest or imprisonment.
- Readers seeking trauma-informed information on children's stress, grief, and emotional regulation.
Less suited to
- Readers seeking a general parenting guide unrelated to parental incarceration.
- Readers who need a workbook rather than a guide.
Frequently asked questions
What topics does the book cover?
The listing describes discussion of parental incarceration, child development, stress responses, anxiety, grief, adverse childhood experiences, trauma, and childhood suicide ideation.
Does it include practical guidance?
The listing says it presents trauma-informed interventions and practical tools intended to support coping, emotional regulation, and stress reduction.
Is this the companion workbook?
No. The listing identifies this title as the guide and names a separate companion workbook.
Who is the listed reading age for?
The product details list a reading age of 18 years and up.
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