Many adopted children are bullied and teased throughout their lives. Bullying of adoptees can center around race, gender, adoption status, development, social skills, and much more. It can be easy to dismiss teasing or bullying as “kids being kids” or to suggest that you, as the parent, can relate to a time that you were bullied or teased. While […]

Shortly after the Michael Brown case sparked the first protests in Ferguson, Missouri, an adoptive parent sat in my office with tears in her eyes as she shared her concern for her son’s safety. She shared her feelings of helplessness to protect him adequately. Her son was adopted from an African country and she was […]

Theraplay ® is a great way to connect with your child, as well as have fun and explore your own inner child. For many parents who may not remember playful experiences between themselves and caregivers, it can be difficult at times to be “present” with their child in and out of play. Research continues to […]