AdoptUSKids video and facilitation guide
“When We Have Each Other: Teen Adoption Stories” is a video, paired with a facilitation guide, to support meaningful conversations with youth, families, and colleagues.
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Helping adoptive families address mental and behavioral health challenges
Children adopted from foster care may face mental or behavioral health challenges tied to trauma and loss. Learn eight ways to guide families toward mental health support for their children.
Supporting parents in building relationships with those in their care
Relationship-building isn’t always instinctive, especially when trauma and loss shape a child’s worldview. When parents and youth struggle to connect, the right guidance can make all the difference. In this blog post, child welfare expert Mary Boo shares actionable strategies to help families embrace trauma-responsive parenting, focus on connection before correction, prioritize cultural competence, and nurture authentic bonds.