In Dr. Jay’s new book, SUPERNORMAL (Twelve; on sale Nov 14), Meg Jay examines those who have overcome childhood adversity to become “supernormal” adults that have changed our world. Dr. Jay is available for interviews Wed, Nov 15 through Friday, Dec 21, 2017 from 7 am to 11 pm ET.
Did you know 75% of Americans face a life changing adversity before the age of 20?
By combining cutting-edge research and Jay’s work with clients and students over nearly two decades, SUPERNORMAL tells the tale of ordinary people made extraordinary by these all-too-common adverse experiences. She profiles everyday people who are made resilient and have above average outcomes after a great adversity.
Dr. Jay can address some of the current statistics on adversity and how people overcome trauma. She can discuss how news events like natural disasters, mass shootings and sexual misconduct can have an adverse effect