Perceptions of adults adopted as children:Implications for family counselors

J.G.F. Hicks; Lee Duemer; Janna Brendle

Perceptions of adults adopted as children:Implications for family counselors

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This qualitative phenomenological study investigated the experiences of adults adopted as children. Individual and follow-up interviews were conducted with four participants. We identified six primary themes related to family experience and a better understanding of adopted children, adults as well as special issues that might be considered in family counseling.

Original language	English
Pages (from-to)	335-343
Journal	The Family Journal:Counseling and Therapy for Couples and Families
State	Published - Aug 9 2016

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Perceptions of adults adopted as children:Implications for family counselors

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