Welcoming your child home is a deeply moving occasion. It also begins a crucial phase in your journey as a family. Even in the midst of your joy, you must remain alert to your child's hidden needs. To bring healing to your child, you'll need to understand their sense of loss, the importance of building attachment, and the unique discipline strategies appropriate for adopted children.
Post-Adoption
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Dos and don'ts for family and friends
Now that your adopted child is home, here’s how your support crew can help
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Becoming a family
Tips to help you and your adopted child bond as a family
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A new definition of attachment/regulation
How emotional connections help children learn to moderate their behaviour
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Attachment and bonding
A look at one family’s struggle with attachment issues
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Reactive attachment disorder
Loving, peace-filled parents are the healing prescription
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Activities to promote attachment
Games and activities that help you bond with your adopted child
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Dealing with trust and control issues
Understanding the behavioural impact of neglect, abuse and abandonment
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Unique challenges in disciplining adopted children
The importance of preserving your emotional connection with your child
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When children have been abused
Understanding the discipline techniques appropriate for wounded children
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Being on the same page as adoptive parents
Why you and your spouse need to use the same discipline methods