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    The Dr. Vera Fahlberg The Dr. Vera Fahlberg Collection

      Dr. Fahlberg speaks openly, compassionately, and informatively on the importance of positive solutions. She brings the prospect of hope to families who care for abused and neglected children.



    Separation and Loss Issues for Foster and Birth Families
      The pain of separation and loss is the universal experience of every foster child. Dr. Fahlberg talks with foster parents, foster teenagers, and adults who spent their teen years in foster care. They offer insight on how to lessen the impact of transition and strengthen a child's relationship with both foster and birth parents.
      • 120-minute video and 19-page Viewer's Guide.
        [product #V309 - $109.00]



    Listening to Birth Families: Forming Kinship Groups
      This video presents a model of foster care for creating kinship groups to support families in times of crisis. It's the story of a birth mother, her children (ranging from infant to teen), and two foster families who create a sense of belonging and support for children and adults alike.
      • 80-minute video and 12-page Viewer's Guide.
        [product #V310 - $109.00]




    Foster Parents Working with Birth Parents
      Dr. Fahlberg talks with a panel of experienced foster parents about the issues of increased drug and alcohol related placements, the importance of communication with birth parents, and the need for early permanency planning. While the discussion focuses primarily on infant and preschool placements, the information on this tape can be applied to the care of foster children of all ages.
      • 50-minute video and 11-page Viewer's Guide.
        [product #V311 - $109.00]




    Behavior Management Using Supportive Control
      Traditional methods of discipline will often fail with children who have been abused or neglected. In this insightful videotape, Dr. Vera Fahlberg presents Supportive Control, an alternative method of behavior management.
      • 95-minute video and 7-page Viewer's Manual.
        [product #V020 - $109.00]




    Re-education of Foster and Adopted Children: Prospects for a Healthy Life
      Children from dysfunctional backgrounds often bring problem behavior to their new homes. Foster and adoptive parents can prepare for this by developing a re-education plan. Dr. Fahlberg describes how to overcome a child's resistance to change and provide both personal and social relearning experiences.
      • 70-minute video and 9-page Viewer's Manual.
        [product #V019 - $109.00]




    Safe Environment, Part III and Tender Healing