The book is sectioned into ten chapters, with an introduction and appendix at the end explaining who is who in the therapy world, and a guide to substance misuse. The book consists of several letters written to victims of abuse, which seem to be in the form of apologies to children who have been let down by the system. This book exposes the flaws in our system of social services, that seems to let some vulnerable people slip through the net. The book also points a finger to all of us, as we as human beings should all take some responsibility for the failures that destroy these young lives.
The book is worded in such a way that it is quite easy for the lay person to read and understand, I would think it is a must read for those wishing to work with vulnerable people.
I found the book a compelling read that at times bought me to tears. In fact, it bought many emotions to the fore. It made me think deeply about the horrific conditions that some young people live with day in …show more content…
“A child may have had carers whose care giving is inconsistent. Consequently “ambivalent attachment” behaviour is created in the child. The child sees themselves as not worthy of help or love. Another example is when the care giver constantly avoids their care responsibility and rejects the child may force the chid into and “avoidant attachment” whereby the chid avoids connection to people and is excessively self-reliant”. Examples of this behaviour can be seen in each child”. (Batmanghelidjh, 2006.