Adoption Competent Therapy
Therapists trained in adoption competency address the specific needs of adoptive families. A guest writer discusses adoption competent therapy as a way to promote a positive self-image and sense of security in children as part of a strong family.
Read MoreSearch and Reunion — Voices in the Lifelong Journey of Adoption
Why do adoptees decide to search for birth family? How does this affect adoptive parents? What are the ups and downs of the search and reunion process? Six adult adoptees share their search and reunion stories in this in-depth resource from Boston Post Adoption Resources.
Read MoreUnderstanding White Privilege
To better support transracial adoptees, white family members and friends can take one of the first steps toward combating racism by self-reflecting on their own white identity. This blog explores white privilege and white racial identity development.
Read MoreThe Many Identities of Me: Coming to Terms with My Identity as a Transracial Adoptee
“To the world I am a 5-foot Chinese girl, but the world does not see the many identities swirling around in my head as a transracial adoptee.” Guest writer Marisa shares how diversity in college gave her the space to comfortably explore her Chinese identity at her own pace — a liberating experience.
Read MoreBig Feelings – A Parenting Guide to Understanding the Emotions Behind Behavior
Tantrums. Meltdowns. Tears. It might look like your child is throwing a toy, but what could that behavior be communicating to you? Often, children who have been adopted or experienced time in foster care face additional challenges in managing their emotions. Learn how to respond in moments of distress and support them as they learn the skills necessary for self-regulation.
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