The locked self and other stories: A long painful journey into self-discovery

By Silvano Bistazzoni

'Jo, the locked self.' He could not communicate, he would not play. He was locked into himself, and lost in a world of fear, violence and rage. The story of 'Jo', a fictional child, who represents all children who have experienced developmental trauma through neglect, abuse, alcohol, drugs and/or loss. Jo comes from a difficult family situation that includes most of the hardships one normally thinks of when considering a troubled childhood. The psychotherapist is tasked with connecting with him and helping to bring about positive behaviour and self-discovery.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 152202686X
• ISBN13: 9781522026860
• Release Date: December 2017
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 212 Pages
• Weight: 0.47 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 5.0" x 8.0"