Professional Resources
An Inner Turmoil: The Adoptee Struggling with Addiction and Challenges in Recovery
In my decade of helping adults struggling with addiction, often I work with people who are adopted or have spent time in foster care. I believe that the root cause of addictive behavior in many cases lies in a deep feeling of inner turmoil, disconnection, low self worth, and overwhelming fear and anxiety.
Read MoreTips for Supporting LGBTQ Kids in Adoption
Many of our adoptee clients are exploring their gender and sexual identity, and we feel it is vital for foster and adoptive parents, social workers, mental health workers, teachers and other individuals who work with fostered or adopted children and teens to be aware of the challenges, needs and best practices for working with SOGIE issues.
Read MoreAdoption Voices on Mother’s Day
Adoption is complex: our lives are complex, our relationships are complex. Mother’s Day can remind us of this complexity in our lives.
Read MoreThe Caregivers Bill of Rights
A reminder to parents about the importance of self-care and identifying your rights as caretakers. Write these down and keep them visible so you remember …
Read MoreSorting Through Conflicting Feelings on Adoption Day
On National Adoption Day, approximately 5,000 children will be formally and legally adopted into “forever families” across the U.S. During this celebration, a child might feel excitement and joy, but also worry, sadness and much trepidation….
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