http://www.adoptionstress.com Thu, 12 Apr 2007 17:28:38 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en [coolplayer width="320" height="240" autoplay="0" loop="0" charset="utf-8" download="0" mediatype=""] Video on Adoption Stress [/coolplayer] View the Adoption Stress Video Complete with Power Point Presentation Slides at Adoption Doctors: adoption stress video http://www.adoptionstress.com/2007/04/07/video-presentation-on-adoption-stress/ Many adoptive children have, unfortunately, faced traumatic events. Having an understanding of the symptoms suggestive of traumatic exposure can aid in identifying children who may be experiencing traumatic stress reactions. Ultimately, by identifying symptoms early, we can keep adoptive children functioning and mitigate long-term emotional suffering. Dr. Mark Lerner ... http://www.adoptionstress.com/2007/03/21/what-symptoms-suggest-that-an-adoptive-child-has-been-exposed-to-a-significant-traumatic-event/ The term "Post-Adoption Depression" has been used to explain the feelings of sadness that are experienced by many adoptive parents subsequent to the adoptive process. Unlike postpartum depression, which may be caused by significant physiological and hormonal changes (e.g., a sudden decrease in estrogen and progesterone in the bloodstream), ... http://www.adoptionstress.com/2007/03/20/you-have-introduced-adoption-stress-is-this-the-same-as-post-adoption-depression-who-is-likely-to/ As I have indicated previously, a significant number of adoptive children have been exposed to traumatic events including, but not limited to, neglect, physical and sexual abuse and various degrees of abandonment. I have emphasized the importance of recognizing and addressing traumatic stress early—potentially preventing acute stress reactions from ... http://www.adoptionstress.com/2007/03/19/impact-of-traumatic-stress-on-parents/ Unfortunately, a significant number of young institutionalized children are exposed to traumatic events. These include, but are certainly not limited to, neglect, physical and sexual abuse and various degrees of abandonment. By having an understanding of traumatic stress and how it impacts young children, we can identify posttraumatic stress ... http://www.adoptionstress.com/2007/03/18/what-is-post-traumatic-stress-and-how-does-it-manifest-in-the-young-institutionalized-child/ Unfortunately, far too many adoptive children have faced traumatic events including, but not limited to, neglect, physical and sexual abuse and various degrees of abandonment. In recent months, I have accompanied Dr. George Rogu on a speaking tour with AdoptionDoctors.com. As the “Adoption Psychologist,” I regularly explain to adoptive ... http://www.adoptionstress.com/2007/03/16/adoption-stress-and-international-adoption/ As I have indicated previously, a significant number of adoptive children have been exposed to traumatic events including, but not limited to, neglect, physical and sexual abuse and various degrees of abandonment. I have emphasized the importance of recognizing and addressing traumatic stress early—potentially preventing acute stress reactions from becoming ... http://www.adoptionstress.com/2007/03/05/impact-of-traumatic-stress-experienced-by-the-parents-of-adoptive-children/ Ethiopia in 2006 has become one of the top 5 countries for American adoptions. This attraction is heightened by the beauty and appeal of the children, their ethnic diversity and their religions which encompass the Judaic, Christian and Muslim traditions. However as one of the highest ranking countries in the ... http://www.adoptionstress.com/2007/03/01/ethiopian-adoption-preparing-to-know-your-child/