Dear Editor,
I was pleased to read Krish Kandiah’s comments on adopted children in the December 2022 an edition of en. As adoptive parent I agree that it can be very rewarding to see a child gain confidence, learn new skills, and make progress.
However, anyone who is considering adoption should be aware of the demands that this can make on them and their relationships. Some of the problems that adoptive parents can have to address include:
Forced adoption and the need for lifelong support
The Government’s apology for historic forced adoption practices in England is a significant and long-overdue moment. For many of the …