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Kirsty Ross, Professor of Clinical Psychology, Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa – Massey University

Tom Phillips’ children will carry complex trauma from their abduction – expert care will be crucial

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Public interest in the wellbeing of Tom Phillips’ children is understandably high. After almost four years in isolation – away from family, social supports, friends and schooling – what will be the impact of their experiences since being abducted?

The traumatic circumstances of their father’s death, and the shooting of a police officer, add to concerns about the immediate and long-term needs of the children, particularly for the oldest child who was present.

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