Healing the Neglected Child

Healing the Neglected Child

14 CPD Points

Neglect has profound implications for a child's development, as it deprives them of the necessary affection, attention, and encouragement. Adler's insights shed light on the profound impact of neglect on a child's development.

In this course, we will delve deep into the root causes and contemporary manifestations of neglect — including the emerging forms of neglect that arise in today’s digital world. We will also consider how neglect, recognized as one of the Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs), can have lasting effects on emotional, social, and psychological well-being.

Additionally, we will explore the intriguing question of whether excessive indulgence can serve as compensation for childhood neglect.

Upon completion of this course, participants will have achieved the following:

• Develop a profound understanding of the causes and manifestations of neglect and recognize why neglect is a form of emotional violence.
• Understand the potential consequences of neglect, including insecure attachments, a lack of social feeling, reduced resilience, and the development of neurotic tendencies.
• Explore the concept that spoiling can sometimes be an attempt to respond to childhood neglect.
• Learn practical steps to reduce neglect and promote healing.

About the Presenter:

Christelle Schläpfer lives in Switzerland, where she founded edufamily® in 2010. She

left teaching after 14 years in a secondary school to devote herself to Adlerian

counselling. She is a lecturer in the field of parent and teacher training. She teaches

on the International Master's Degree in Adlerian Counselling at the Ramon Llull

University in Barcelona and at ICASSI, the International Adlerian Summerschool, as

well as at the Adler Institute in Paris. She trains multipliers internationally, mainly

teams of teachers, school social workers and professionals in the field of counselling.