Hurt to Healing

By Althea T Simpson

A boy's secret about home life leads to fear and anxiety until he finds courage to share it.

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Bookroo's summary

Ten-year-old Mike hides a painful secret about domestic violence at home, leaving him anxious and unfocused. When he confides in a friend, he discovers he doesn't have to face his fears alone. As Mike navigates his emotions, he learns the power of sharing and healing. Will he find peace and strength in his newfound support, or will the shadows of his past continue to haunt him? This poignant tale explores the impact of domestic violence on children and offers hope for healing through understanding and connection.

From the publisher

Ten-year-old Mike is often sad and afraid because of witnessing domestic violence in his home. Mike tries his best to keep the family secret, but this leaves him feeling angry and anxious and struggling to concentrate in school. When he finally shares his secret with a friend, he realizes he doesn’t have to handle his problems all by himself. Penned by a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and expert in play therapy, Hurt to Healing includes statistics about domestic violence and defines what constitutes child witnesses. Also included are notes to parents, caregivers, educators, and mental health professionals that offer information about the emotional and behavioral symptoms exhibited by children who witness domestic violence and proven strategies to help children go from hurt to healed.

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