Seven Core Issues in Adoption and Permanency

Delve into the comprehensive insights of "Seven Core Issues in Adoption and Permanency" by Allison Davis Maxon, published by Jessica Kingsley Publishers in 2019. This essential guide, spanning 472 pages, explores the critical 'Seven Core Issues' model, designed to enhance the understanding and support for adopted children, their adoptive parents, and birth parents alike.

Maxon thoroughly examines the pivotal core issues of loss, rejection, shame, grief, identity, intimacy, and control. Furthermore, she sheds light on additional considerations such as race, sexuality, and kinship care, making this book an invaluable resource for anyone involved in the adoption process. Whether you are a parent, professional, or advocate, this work serves as a vital tool to navigate the complex emotional landscape of adoption.

Discover a deeper understanding of these challenges and learn how to provide better support for those touched by adoption.