When the original CHILDREN OF DENIAL first appeared it was recognized as a profound groundbreaker in the understanding of the effects on children of growing up in a family where one or more members is suffering from an addiction. So much has happened since to increase that understanding and yet Claudia Black's special relationship to the subject matter remains unequalled. In this revised edition, Dr. Black maintains the heart and soul of the original work and impacts the viewer on the three basic rules of a troubled family system - Don't Talk - Don't Trust - Don't Feel.

Using children's drawings and stories Claudia explains how these rules start as defenses for the child. However, viewers then learn that the same rules often become significant barriers to developing a healthy, emotional intelligence, to speaking honestly, and to learning to trust themselves and others.

Children of Denial provides information and validation for children and adults who have been impacted by addiction in the family. Because of the emotional effects on the viewer, this presentation has proven to be immensely effective in breaking the denial of the addicted person.

This video is effectively utilized with individuals, families and groups.