Understanding adoption facts helps adoptees, adoptive families, and professionals navigate the adoption journey with greater awareness and empathy. Explore these insights to better understand the adoption experience.
ADOPTION FACT
Adopted children are 2-4 times more likely to experience emotional difficulties compared to their non-adopted peers.
Source: Adoption and Mental Health Study, 2022
Adoption Statistics
Over 135,000 children are adopted in the United States each year.
Attachment
Secure attachments can form at any age with consistent, loving care.
International
Transracial adoptees benefit from cultural connection and education.