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==Adoption Parenting: Grade School==
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*The impact of adoption
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*Effects of child [[maltreatment]] and trauma
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*The impact of adoption
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Most 3- to 6-year-olds do not yet understand the meaning of "being born." If they watch "Sesame Street" or "Mr. Rogers" on television, they may have learned something about how animals are born, and more recently, about how babies are born. They may then start to ask questions about this fascinating subject. Although parents traditionally are nervous about discussing the facts of life with young children, the children usually are curious, unembarrassed, and eager for information. This is a perfect opportunity to introduce the subject of where babies come from, how they get here, and how families are formed. Click [[Where Do I Come From? How Did I Get Here?|here]] for more.
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[[Loss]] is a feeling that runs through the lives of children who have been [[adopted]]. It shows itself in different ways at different stages of their lives. But knowing that their birth parents made an adoption plan for them, and then not hearing a lot of information about the birth parents, often makes [[adopted]] children feel devalued and affects their self-esteem. Click [[Why Was I Given Away?|here]] to read the rest.
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Current adoption practice has mixed opinions about whether, when, how, and with whose help, adoptees should look for more information about or try to initiate a [[reunion]] with birth parents. Click [[Where Are My Biological Parents?|here]] to view more.
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The adolescent's primary task is to establish a secure sense of identity; the process is arduous, time-consuming, and intense. Establishing a stable identity includes being able to live and work on one's own, to maintain a comfortable position in one's family, and to become a contributing citizen in one's community. Click [[Who Am I? Where Am I Going?|here]] to read more.
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Visit [[Special Needs]] to find out more about physical, mental, and emotional disabilities.  
 
Visit [[Special Needs]] to find out more about physical, mental, and emotional disabilities.  
  
 
Return to [[Adoption Wiki]]
 
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Revision as of 17:11, 21 August 2014

Ages and Stages

Adoption Parenting: Newborn and Infant

Shutterstock 130044074.jpg

Characteristics of Newborns

Important Phases During Infancy

What to Expect the First Year



Adoption Parenting: Toddler

Shutterstock 142678021.jpg

Characteristics and Traits of Toddlers

Typical Two-Year-Old Behavior




Adoption Parenting: Preschool

Shutterstock 84708676.jpg

Adoption and Child Development

Communication About Adoption

Discipline Considerations



Adoption Parenting: Grade School

Shutterstock 83070964.jpg

The Importance of Understanding Child Development and the Impact of Adoption

Communicating about Adoption

Disciplining Effectively

Improving Your Child's School Experience

Seeking Help for Mental Health Concerns

Adoption Parenting: Preteen

Shutterstock 201847741.jpg

A Time of Changes

Psychological Identification




Adoption Parenting: Teenage Years

Shutterstock 175066559.jpg

Understanding Teenage Development and the Impact of Adoption

Communicating with Your Teenager About Adoption

Helping Your Teenager Communicate with Others About Adoption

Disciplining Effectively

Preparing Your Teenager for Adulthood

Seeking Help for Mental Concerns

Adoption Parenting: Young Adults

Shutterstock 58771618.jpg

Postadoption Issues

Openness, Searching, and Access to Family History

Managing Adoption Issues

Additional Resources


Visit Special Needs to find out more about physical, mental, and emotional disabilities.

Return to Adoption Wiki