Description
Contemporary youth ministry and social interventions often fail because they treat "at-risk" behavior as a moral failing rather than a neurobiological adaptation. In "urban fractures," the trauma of paternal absence and systemic instability triggers a chronic "Amygdala Hijack," locking young males into a "Street Script" of reactive survival that stunts leadership potential.
Beyond the Absence introduces a rigorous, Neuro-Theological Model for restoration. It moves past the "Relational Void" by implementing Functional Scaffolding—a proprietary system that recalibrates the adolescent’s stress-response system through spiritual and cognitive intervention.
The manuscript provides two actionable blueprints for practitioners: The Relational Shield (14-Skill Matrix): A clinical and scriptural toolset to move youth from hyper-vigilance to emotional and spiritual regulation. The Scaling Cycle: A succession-based leadership model (Model, Mentor, Monitor, Multiply) designed to turn a single program into a sustainable, multi-generational movement of "Level 5 Leaders."
This is a "Dual-Market" work. It serves as a sophisticated textbook for Academic/Theological institutions (bridging Sociology and Trauma-Informed Ministry) and a practical field manual for National Youth Organizations, NGOs, and Clergy seeking a scalable, evidence-based strategy for urban restoration.
ASIN: B0GVT787MC
VSKU: BVV.B0GVT787MC.A
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Author/Artist:ASSANAH, Rev. Dr. WINSTON OSWALD
Binding: Paperback
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Condition Notes: The item is very worn but is perfectly usable. Signs of wear can include aesthetic issues such as scratches, dents, worn and creased covers, folded page corners and minor liquid stains. All pages and the cover are intact, but the dust cover may be missing. Pages may include moderate to heavy amount of notes and highlighting, but the text is not obscured or unreadable. Page edges may have foxing age related spots and browning . May NOT include discs, access code or other supplemental materials.
ASIN: B0GVT787MC
VSKU: BVV.B0GVT787MC.A
Condition: Acceptable
Author/Artist:ASSANAH, Rev. Dr. WINSTON OSWALD
Binding: Paperback
Note: Any images shown are stock photographs and product may differ from what is shown.
Condition Notes: The item is very worn but is perfectly usable. Signs of wear can include aesthetic issues such as scratches, dents, worn and creased covers, folded page corners and minor liquid stains. All pages and the cover are intact, but the dust cover may be missing. Pages may include moderate to heavy amount of notes and highlighting, but the text is not obscured or unreadable. Page edges may have foxing age related spots and browning . May NOT include discs, access code or other supplemental materials.