I think you are doing the best you can and are only resorting to spanking out of desperation. I think parenting classes are a great idea for you to learn and practise alternatives. Seriously you have taken on a traumatised child and I really admire you for that as it must be extremely stressful. What sort of support can you get for yourself? I agree with lots of validation and rewards/praise for good behaviour. Maybe get a reward chart and have small prizes she can work towards? Godbless you xx

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