There are many books on adoption and related topics, from various points of view.
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How do we respond when life feels unbearable? How might we understand our own and others’ complex responses when life feels too much? Based on real-life experience, and written in straightforward language for a general audience, this new book takes us on a 20-point tour of trauma on both body and mind.
Why 20? You’ve probably heard of the ‘fight or flight’ response to being overwhelmed or in danger. What you might not know are the numerous and sometimes complex ways that trauma shows up in our bodies and minds – from dissociation and anger to brain hijacking and trust issues. Drawing on the latest brain- and body-based research, I use stories, poetry and reflective exercises to provide the guidance and tools to move through trauma towards growth and resilience.
Taken: Experiences of Forced Adoption seeks to break the silence surrounding the historic forced adoptions that tore apart the lives of thousands of mothers and their children up until the 1980s. The book offers an essential and contemporary perspective, providing a poignant exploration of forced adoption, revealing its ongoing impact on countless lives and details why the UK Government must act to offer an apology for its part in the practice.
Through painstaking research, first-hand accounts, and heartfelt narrative, author Karen Constantine brings to light the experiences of young women and girls who were institutionalised, silenced, and ultimately stripped of their new-borns, alongside the life-long impact on those children who were taken from them.
Discover a ground-breaking exploration of forced adoption that combines heartfelt personal stories with an urgent call for justice. This essential read not only sheds light on a painful chapter of our history but also emphasises the ongoing impact of these injustices today. With compelling narratives and a focus on accountability, Karen’s transformative work inspires change and fosters a deeper understanding of a reality that demands our attention.
