Depression in Adopted Children

Based on this article by Tom Andriola: https://adoption.com/helping-your-child-work-throu...

1. True or False: Adopted children are more prone to depression than others

True

False

2. What situations can contribute to depression in an adopted child?

Early childhood trauma

Being removed from what is familiar, even if that situation was harmful

Looking and acting different than other family members

Not knowing their roots

All of the above

3. True or False: Being understanding and giving increased love is all your child need to rise above depression

True

False

4. True or False: Seeking professional help at early signs of depression will help the child rather than waiting until the child is an adult and can make his own choice

True

False

5. True or False: Adoption is an issue for every adopted child, so watch closely for signs of depression

True

False