However, if the stress is too intense, lasts for too long or recurs many times, they, like the rubber band, eventually break.
Resiliency is a character quality every missionary child needs.
It however is not automatic and needs to be nurtured. The body of the material includes articles from more than 35 individuals. The book covers everything from growing up overseas to current research. Sections include articles on language learning, parenting, college and career issues, discipleship, transitions, and future trends, to name only some of the topics. Though a short historical section is included, the majority of the articles deal with current realities and the need to prepare for the ever-changing world of missions as it impacts children.