Document Type
Editorial
Abstract
Children in foster care have higher rates of health concerns and healthcare utilization than their peers who have not experienced foster care. For example, one study found that children in foster care had 2.5- and 2.3-times higher odds of having a mental health diagnosis and developmental disability diagnosis, respectively. Data on our patient population supports these findings, revealing that 70.4% of our patients had chronic or complex chronic health conditions.
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Publication Date
2025
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Recommended Citation
The Rees-Jones Center for Foster Care Excellence, "ensuring the health and well-being of children after adoption" (2025). White Papers and Policy Briefs. 2.
https://scholarlycollection.childrens.com/rjfcce-policy/2
