Bruce D. Perry

Bruce D. Perry is a renowned psychiatrist, neuroscientist, and author known for his research and contributions in the field of child development and trauma. He is the Senior Fellow of The ChildTrauma Academy in Houston, Texas, and an Adjunct Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at the Feinberg School of Medicine at Northwestern University in Chicago.

Early Life and Education[edit | edit source]

Bruce D. Perry was born in Bismarck, North Dakota. He completed his undergraduate studies at Stanford University, where he majored in biology and theology. He then went on to earn his M.D. and Ph.D. in neuroscience from the Northwestern University Medical School.

Career[edit | edit source]

Perry's career has been largely focused on children's mental health and the impact of trauma on the developing brain. He has conducted extensive research on the neurobiological effects of child abuse and neglect, and has developed innovative clinical practices and programs in both the public and private sectors.

Perry is the author of several books, including "The Boy Who Was Raised as a Dog", a best-selling book based on his work with traumatized children. His work has been featured in a variety of media outlets, including CNN, NPR, and The Oprah Winfrey Network.

Contributions to Psychiatry[edit | edit source]

Perry's research has significantly advanced our understanding of the effects of trauma on the developing brain. His work has shown that early life stress can alter brain development, leading to a range of mental health problems in later life. This has important implications for the treatment of children who have experienced trauma.

Perry has also been instrumental in developing the Neurosequential Model of Therapeutics (NMT), a developmentally sensitive, neurobiology-informed approach to clinical problem solving. NMT has been widely adopted in various therapeutic settings around the world.

Awards and Recognition[edit | edit source]

Perry has received numerous awards and recognition for his contributions to the field of child psychiatry. These include the T. Berry Brazelton Infant Mental Health Advocacy Award, the Award for Outstanding Contributions to Practice in Trauma Psychology from the American Psychological Association, and the Distinguished Contribution to the Science of Trauma Psychology Award.