This review of the literature uses the theoretical perspective of attachment theory to examine key factors in the parent/child relationship in foster and adoptive families.   

The presentation explores a series of concepts related to protective factors relative to the child welfare system as well as several example programs.

This bulletin is an excerpt from Emerging Practices in the Prevention of Child Abuse and Neglect (2003), U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for Children and Families, Administration on Children, Youth and Families, Children’s Bureau, Office on Child Abuse and Neglect.

This article discusses three factors for creating environments of healing and resilience.  The article is targeted for those caring for or educating children with trauma.