The decision to adopt is not the end of a process, but the beginning of one - as many adoptive parents will agree. They will also agree that finalizing the adoption and taking a child into their home is not the end - but the beginning - of another process; one of adaptation.

"It sounds easy intellectually, but in the real world, it's human beings developing trust and confidence in each other,' Willie [Jones- an adoptive parent] said. Tapping counselors, social workers and doctors is crucial, they added. "You want to think all these kids need is love, but they need a whole lot more too,' Pam [Jones] cautioned."

Though the adjustment can be tough, most adoptive parents will agree that it's worth the struggle.

Looking for a private school? Find the most comphrehensive list of boarding schools at BoardingSchoolsInfo.com.

Labels: support, adoption_process, adapting

Posted By: Aspen Education Group