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The deprived child in adoption

A E Loadman, K N McRae

    Developmental Medicine and Child Neurology
    |April 1, 1977
    PubMed
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    Adoption breakdowns in older children are often linked to early deprivation, not parental factors. Early intervention and counseling are crucial for at-risk adopted children facing behavioral challenges.

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    Area of Science:

    • Child Psychology
    • Adoption Studies
    • Developmental Psychology

    Background:

    • Increasing adoptions of older children in Manitoba present challenges.
    • Adoption breakdowns are frequently associated with adverse outcomes for these children.
    • Early deprivation is a significant factor impacting adopted children's development.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To investigate factors contributing to adoption breakdowns in older children.
    • To compare children from adoption breakdowns with control groups.
    • To identify key predictors of successful or unsuccessful adoption placements.

    Main Methods:

    • Studied 33 children from adoption breakdowns and 12 control adoptions.
    • Assessed placement timing, prior moves, developmental and intelligence quotients.

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  • Evaluated children's behavior patterns and parental motivations.

    • Main Results:

    • No significant differences found in parental motivation or placement process between groups.
    • Difficult child behavior was common in both groups, linked to early deprivation.
    • Early life experiences of deprivation significantly impact behavior.

    Conclusions:

    • Adoption breakdowns with older children are often rooted in early deprivation, not placement issues.
    • Parental education on risks of environmental deprivation is essential.
    • Pre- and post-adoption counseling and specific policies are vital for high-risk children.