Resources
Parenting During COVID-19
So here we are. We are all soldiering through. Parenting adoptees brings up its own set of unique challenges during this unprecedented time. We offer tools, practices and thoughts to build a sense of safety and security, teach kids how to problem solve, and strengthen family communication.
Read MoreBack to Basics: A Toolkit of Resources During COVID-19 Self-Isolation
This is a time of high stress and anxiety for all while we self-isolate due to COVID-19. Here are resources we’ve found useful in our clinical work these past few weeks as we address anxiety, questions from parents about how to communicate with kids, instances of racism and xenophobia, and requests for self-help tools.
Read MoreSetting Healthy Goals for Yourself
Our culture can encourage resolutions that are often lofty and unattainable. This can result in people feeling bad about themselves if they don’t meet an unrealistic goal. BPAR’s clinicians have some tips for setting healthy goals.
Read MoreHow Forgiveness Promotes Healing
Many in the adoption constellation bear pain due to feelings of loss, abandonment and rejection. Forgiveness promotes healing, but how do we forgive? And for some, why? Here we examine the value of forgiveness, discuss the phases of forgiving, and share resources for putting forgiveness into practice.
Read MoreA New Way to Connect: Podcasts by Adoptees for Adoptees (and their loved ones)
These podcasts by adoptees are a great way to easily plug in to the adoptee community, explore common themes, and learn about roads to healing. Clinician Lisa Coppola, LMHC, shares her favorite episodes that could be particularly beneficial for adoptees and their partners, friends and family members.
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