Empirically-guided assessment of complex trauma for children in foster care: A focus on appropriate diagnosis of attachment concerns.

This article provides an overview of complex trauma and its effects, with a focus on attachment concerns. It subsequently describes one statewide assessment program for youth in the child welfare system with a history of experiencing complex trauma, elaborating on strengths and areas of future growth. A case study demonstrates the program’s adherence to established guidelines and the resulting diagnoses and recommendations. (PsycINFO Database Record (c) 2019 APA, all rights reserved)
Source: Psychological Services - Category: Psychiatry & Psychology Source Type: research