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Among several personal preferences influencing the choice of the child to be adopted, is the desire for babies rather than older kids. Out of total domestic adoptions during the financial year , older children between ages six and 18 years were adopted by domestic parents, Central Adoption Resource Authority CARA informed Express Parenting. In , about 80 per cent of kids adopted in the country were below the age of two. This also gives them an opportunity to start with a clean slate, to mould the child with the right values and etiquette right from the beginning.
Older kids, on the other hand, usually carry the baggage of their past that may or may not be pleasant, adding to the challenges of raising him or her effectively. Take Sheik Jenia, for instance, a mother who adopted an older girl after having two biological sons. Adopting an older kid was her choice. With lesser number of older kids being adopted, many are left under the care of foster homes or put for inter-country adoption, CARA CEO Deepak Kumar was quoted as saying in an interview.
The numbers drop further in the case of special needs children. In , a total of 40 special needs children were adopted by domestic parents, compared to special needs kids adopted by foreign parents during the same period. My son has Down Syndrome and needed care.
It certainly applies to parenting a child with special needs. You will make mistakes, missteps, and stumble. Do not beat yourself up over it. Remember to give yourself grace as you traverse through the landscape of the world of special needs. Adopting and parenting a child with special needs was a game-changer. I found renewed purpose and gained skills that I apply with my son and every aspect of life. The keys to success are pretty typical — patience, persistence, being curious, and gaining a strong support system — yet the experience is different from anything I could have ever imagined.
Looking back, I was ill-prepared for the journey, but just like my son and his developmental delays, I caught up. We are quite the team! He recently made a video about social injustices and said he was learning to be like me.
Proud mom moment. He is finding his way, and so am I. Together, we are unstoppable. If you decide to proceed, find your village of support, give yourself a little grace, and celebrate the small wins. Carla A. Carlisle is a published author, speaker, and child and mental health advocate. She penned her first book, Journey to the Son a memoir , to prompt discussions about the often-perilous impact of trauma many children experience known as Adverse Childhood Experiences or ACEs.
She is the adoptive mother of her former foster child who came into her life at 10 days old. Get Informed! Behavior modification cannot happen during a crisis. Work With What You Learn! There is help out there, and most of it is free! Document Everything! Get the Support You Need!
No Shame! Self-Care is the Best Care! Self-care is so much more than a mani-pedi — the timing and type of self-care matter. Determine if you are willing to make frequent doctor visits.
See what kind of conditions your insurance will be willing to cover. Ensure yourself and your spouse that you have considered all aspects of adopting a child with special needs before moving on to the next step. A Medical Condition Checklist is a section in your home study that allows you to specify what certain medical condition you are willing to handle with your future child.
When filling out this section it is paramount to do your research. Try to understand what the medical condition entails and what kind of treatments are normally required.
Inform youself to the point where you feel comfortable marking yes or no. Marking yes or no will cause you and your spouse to reflect deeply on what you are willing and capable to handle. Remember to be honest with yourself. Trust yourself and trust that you will find your child that will enrich your life. No Hands But Ours. Special Needs Adoption Guide.
Which Boxes Do I Check? Special Needs Adoption. Abuse and Neglect can cause behavioral or attachment disorders. Effects of abuse and neglect can be life long. Treatments, including medication and therapy, will depend on the level of impact abuse and neglect has had on the child.
Symptoms include difficulty to focus on tasks or restlessness. Common treatments for ADHD include medication and behavioral therapy. The cause of Autism is not known, but most of the symptoms result because of differences in the brain.
A common characteristic inability to communicate or interact socially. Because each case is different, it is best to consult with a doctor about treatment plans. Bipolar Disorder is a condition where moods and levels of activity can shift drastically resulting in periods of depression and joy.
Bipolar Disorder is caused by several factors including environmental and genetic. Some symptoms of Bipolar Disorder include hyperactive activity, long periods of happiness, loss of interest, and thoughts of suicide. Symptoms vary depending on the severity of the diagnosis. Treatments include medication and therapy, but most people with Bipolar Disorder learn how to handle the shifts in mood over time. Cerebral palsy describes the lack of motor control and balance. This is a result of brain damage or underdevelopment of parts of the brain.
Depending on the extent of the damage, symptoms may range from a little clumsy walk to an inability to control limbs. Treatment for cerebral palsy is on a case by case basis. Consult with a healthcare professional on what types of treatment would work best. Cleft lip is a condition where the lip does not properly form during pregnancy leaving a gap in the lip.
Cleft palate is a condition where the skin on the roof of the mouth palate does not properly form leaving a gap.
Both a cleft lip and palate can be caused by genetic and environmental factor. Complications with eatings and speaking occur, and both can cause ear infections. Treatments includes corrective surgery and therapy. Down syndrome is caused when a baby has an extra chromosome. Because of this extra chromosome, the brain development changes resulting in mental limitations. Other effects include distinct physical features and possible heart problems at the time of birth.
There is no cure for Down syndrome but many children can have good lives with proper medical treatment early on in their lives. The birth defects can be mental, emotional, and behavioral. There is no cure for FASD, but early treatment can help improve child development.
Treatments will vary depending on the severity of FASD. Reactive Attachment Disorder describes the condition when a child is unable to establish healthy and loving attachment with caregivers.
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