Children's Reactions to Temporary Loss of the Father

Considers that the impact of separation from a parent is recognized as a crucial factor in a child's development. Forced military separations also lead to clinically observable reactions in children. Clinical data from 200 children and parents show that this long-term loss of the father is a developmental interference resulting in disturbance in the typical unfolding of the child's personality. Important treatment considerations are discussed which flow from understanding the impact this has on the child.

U02/2016