The experience of adoption—both adopting and being adopted—can stir up deep emotional pain, often related to loss and early trauma. A for Adoption provides insight and support to those families and individuals facing these complex processes and challenges. Drawing on both a psychoanalytic, theoretical framework and first-hand accounts of adopters, adoptees, and professionals within the adoption process, Alison Roy responds to the need for further and consistent support for adoptive parents and children.
Key Features
- Explores the current and historical context of adoption.
- Addresses issues such as conflict in relationships, the impact of significant trauma and loss, attachment, and the importance of early relationships.
- Provides support for both adoptive professionals and families.
- Focuses on understanding rather than apportioning blame.
- Responds to a plea from a parent for a book to help understand their child better.
Additional Information
This book explores the depiction of adoption within literature and addresses contact with birth families.
