APS

2025 APS Annual Convention · 2025

Roots of Acceptance: Cultivating Bonds in Adoptive Families

Washington, DC · May 2025

Poster · General

  • Nikki Wendt
    Kennesaw State University
  • Nicole Martin
    Kennesaw State University

Abstract

This study explores how acceptance, emotional bonding, and open communication about adoption shape adoptive family dynamics, emphasizing the role of extended family support and external resources like counseling. Preliminary findings indicate that family acceptance and transparency foster emotional security, while external support enhances preparedness and cohesion in adoptive families.

Family Relationships

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