This Element overviews recent research on children's adjustment to adoption and its relevance for key questions addressed in developmental science. First, a historical perspective on trends in adoption practice and adoptive family life is offered. Second, research on children's adjustment to adoption is reviewed, including the impact of early adversity on their development, as well as biological and social factors related to their recovery from adversity. Third, factors impacting adoptive identity development are examined, followed by research on open adoption and adoption by sexual minority adults. Fourth, different types of postadoption support and services that facilitate family stability and children's emotional well-being are analyzed. Finally, conclusions are drawn, and recommendations for future research and practice are offered.
By:
David Brodzinsky (Rutgers University), Jesus Palacios (University of Seville) Imprint: Cambridge University Press Country of Publication: United Kingdom Dimensions:
Height: 229mm,
Width: 152mm,
Spine: 6mm
Weight: 262g ISBN:9781009454445 ISBN 10: 1009454447 Series:Elements in Child Development Pages: 86 Publication Date:01 February 2024 Audience:
General/trade
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ELT Advanced
Format:Hardback Publisher's Status: Active