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Adopted children: core issues and unique challenges
1Department of Nursing, Northern Michigan University, Marquette, MI, USA. esmit@nmu.edu
Abstract
Topic:
Psychological impact of adoption and resulting core issues for adopted children.
Purpose:
To raise awareness of the psychological impact of adoption.
Sources:
Published literature and personal observations.
Conclusions:
Adoption raises unique issues and challenges for the child and adoptive parents. Resolving the issues of adoption is a lifelong process. Through an awareness of the issues inherent in adoption, nurses and parents can use strategies that will enhance children's self-esteem and decrease their emotional vulnerability. Search terms: Adoption, intervention, loss, self-esteem, strategies