Presenters

Dr. Poehlmann is a child clinical psychologist interested in risk and resilience in infants, toddlers, and preschoolers and their families. Her empirical studies focus on how young children's developing attachment relationships, behavior problems, and cognitive abilities relate to child, maternal and extended family characteristics. In addition, she has a strong interest in the provision and effects of early intervention services. Prior to her academic position at the University of Wisconsin, Dr. Poehlmann worked with young children and their families as a clinician in the field of early intervention and developmental psychopathology. Dr. Poehlmann is also affiliated with the Waisman Center on Mental Retardation and Human Development and is a member of the American Psychological Association and Society for Research in Child Development.

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Materials

Grandchild-Grandparent Relationships: Resources, Risks, and Resilience (PDF, 333 KB)

Fact Sheets:
Through the Eyes of a Child - Grandparents Raising Grandchildren  This series of nine fact sheets is tailored specifically for grandparents raising young children (birth to age 8). The focus is on family relationships and child development rather than legal or financial issues. Topics include understanding children's behaviors, the importance of close relationships and open communication, and maintaining contact with parents.

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