Karyn Purvis

The adoption of a child is always a joyous moment in the life of a family. Some adoptions, though, present unique challenges. Welcoming these children into your family--and addressing their special needs--requires care, consideration, and compassion.Written by two research psychologists specializing in adoption and attachment, "The Connected Child" will help you: Build bonds of affecti

Created to Connect is a study guide designed to help illuminate the biblical principles that serve as the foundation for the philosophy and the interventions detailed in Dr. Purvis' book, The Connected Child. Idea for use individually, as a couple or as part of a small group, this study guide will help adoptive and foster parents better understand how to build strong and lasting connec

"You Can Effectively Parent an Adopted or Foster Child Parenting under the best of circumstances is difficult, but because of their unique needs, raising children from hard places brings additional challenges. You might discover that traditional techniques that may have worked for you with your birth children are not working with your adopted or foster child. Renown child development expert Dr. Ka