by 5by5 Admin | Sep 14, 2021 | Uncategorized
Adoptive parents need to understand that parenting a child who has experienced trauma requires an awareness that the past trauma(s) may impact how a child acts and reacts. Reaching out for support from professionals, friends, and family are helpful, as well as...
by 5by5 Admin | Sep 14, 2021 | Uncategorized
When children suffer a significant loss through divorce, death or adoption they will experience a myriad of overwhelming and intense feelings. What is most important during this time of crisis for the child is that they are not suffering alone. It is imperative that...
by 5by5 Admin | Sep 14, 2021 | Uncategorized
Only recently have post-adoption resources become a little more available for adoptive families. Though these resources are few nationwide, adoption and post-adoption agencies are becoming more aware of the need to inform parents of a child’s prior history and...
by 5by5 Admin | Sep 14, 2021 | Uncategorized
Attachment and bonding are important topics when discussing adoption placements. Many children who are eligible for adoption have experienced trauma to one degree or another. This can result in the need for compassion, empathy, and patience with adopted children in...
by 5by5 Admin | Sep 14, 2021 | Uncategorized
It is helpful for adoptive families to have a good understanding of the difference between healthy secure attachments and insecure attachments and what parents can do to encourage secure attachments with children who have come into a family through adoption. This will...