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Description
This factsheet is designed to help adoptive parents understand the needs and experiences of their teen and use practical strategies to foster healthy development. These strategies include approaches that acknowledge potential trauma and loss, support effective communication, promote independence, and address possible behavioral and mental health concerns.
Publication Date
2020
Recommended Citation
Child Welfare Information Gateway, "Parenting Your Adopted Teenager" (2020). Adoption and Post-Adoption. 1.
https://scholarlycollection.childrens.com/rjfcce-rec-adopt/1