Recently, I received a very interesting report that was written by Elisa Rosman, Ph.D. for the National Council for Adoption in Alexandria, Virginia. It contains a detailed description of the problems faced by families trying to adopt from China at this point in time (the report was written in late 2009). Also included is a review of current research on children adopted from China and their families. Research areas covered include Growth and Development, Behavior Issues, Language Development, Boys from China, Adoption/Cultural Issues, and Family Dynamics.
Overall, the report on the state of adoption from China was a bit depressing (as most of us already knew), but the research summary gives those of us with kids already adopted from China reason to feel optimistic that they will adapt to their new homes and thrive in years to come.
To read the complete report, go here. And to visit the website of the National Council for Adoption, go here. It's reading that is well worth the short time you will spend.
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