The Neglected Transition: Building a Relational Home for Children Entering Foster Care

Mitchell, Monique B.

ISBN 10: 0199371172 / ISBN 13: 9780199371174

Published by Oxford University Press, 2016

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Neglected Transition: Building a Relational Home for Children Entering Foster Care
• Publisher: Oxford University Press
• Publication Date: 2016
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0199371172
• ISBN 13: 9780199371174
• Binding: paperback
• Condition: Fine

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Synopsis

In The Neglected Transition, Monique B. Mitchell explores children's experiences of loss and ambiguity as they transition into foster care, as well as the questions they ask during this critical life transition. By joining children on this courageous and meaningful journey, readers will discover an illuminating, inspirational path of healing.

About the Author

Monique B. Mitchell, PhD, is passionate about illuminating and enhancing the lived experience of children and youth in foster care. Her research focuses on life transitions, meaning-making, grief and loss, ambiguity, and youth empowerment. Her specific expertise involves consulting with children, youth, and invested parties in the child welfare system to inform policy and practice and to develop resources and curricula that serve youth in foster care.