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Some children who are adopted from care may have additional or special needs. These can result from physical, mental or emotional difficulties or learning disabilities.
Find out about adopting or fostering children in care, including fostering to adopt and the adoption process.
Lots of personal factors come into play with adoption, including your own medical history and emotional health.
Services and financial support you can expect to help with any special or additional needs your adopted child may have.
New dad Andrew talks about adopting his two-year-old son and shares tips for other adopters.
Mum-of two Sally opens up about the emotional health difficulties her adopted children have.
If your child has a long-term health condition, they may need support at school. Find out what to expect.
Three adoptive parents discuss how they bonded with their children, and health visitor Ruth Oshikanlu talks about how to bond with a child you've adopted.
Media last reviewed: 23/04/2024
Next review due: 23/04/2024
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