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Noun

Adoption f. (genitive Adoption, plural Adoptionen)

  1. adoption (voluntary acceptance of a child of other parents to be the same as one's own child)
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Mon Dec 21 06:52:27 2009

Adoption is a process whereby a person assumes the parenting for another who is not kin and, in so doing, permanently transfers all rights and responsibilities from the original parent or parents. Unlike guardianship or other systems designed for the care of the young, adoption is intended to effect a permanent change in status and as such requires societal recognition, either through legal or religious sanction. Historically some societies have enacted specific laws governing adoption whereas others have endeavored to achieve adoption through less formal means, notably via contracts that specified inheritance rights and parental responsibilities. Modern systems of adoption, arising in the 20th century, tend to be governed by comprehensive statutes and regulations.

Adoption has a long history in the Western world, closely tied with the legacy of the Roman Empire and the Catholic Church. Its use has changed considerably over the centuries with its focus shifting from adult adoption and inheritance issues toward children and family creation and its structure moving from a recognition of continuity between the adopted and kin toward allowing relationships of lessened intensity.

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Mon Mar 15 02:11:07 2010

What wildlife adoption program is the best one to donate to?
Q. I'd like to become involved in wildlife adoption and would like to give some as gifts. There are so many out there. Does anyone know which one is best? Which one gives more to conservation? I'd like to know that my money is going to help wildlife directly.
Asked by lanfearforsaken - Fri Nov 7 01:06:26 2008 - - 2 Answers - 1 Comments

A. The biggest organization with regards to helping the wildlife is the World Wildlife Fund, backed by the united nations. It aims to conserve and preserve our ecology and above all, protect the endangered species. The focus of the organization is varies in areas since each areas has different needs. For example, in China they help Panda, in the Philippines, they help the biggest eagles in the world, the philippine eagle, in the Arctic they help the polar bears and many others. Choosing the organization can be of wide range, and it depends on your disposition of what organization to help. But then, giving money is just half the fun, try to help and reach our yourself in order for you to feel and see that you have really contributed to the… [cont.]
Answered by maeNic 47 - Fri Nov 7 03:44:51 2008

Why do some of the anti-adoption folk continue to use this forum as a platform for their feelings?
Q. If someone asks a question about how to go about an adoption, or something else factual, why do some of the anti-adoption people continually use it as a platform to tell people how terrrible adoption is and how they wish they'd been aborted? I @ Randy B-Yes, but what about when a question is not calling for an opinion? If someone is asking for example "Has anyone adopted from China" they are not asking for either negative or positive feedback. They're certainly not asking for rants about being aborted. It also violates the TOS.
Asked by Weeme - Wed Jan 13 21:36:15 2010 - - 17 Answers - 0 Comments

A. It's very offensive to adopted people. I try to be reasonably unbiased in my answers on these more personal parts of Y!A because the chance you'll upset someone is high. People should restrict their replies to the subject matter. If the question is "Is it good to adopt" then it's going to be fine to voice your opinion on how evil or how much of a blessing it is, but if the question is "how do I adopt" then the answers should just be from people who can help with that, not who will try and persuade the asker (who has clearly already made up their mind) to change their decision.
Answered by Pete - Wed Jan 13 22:30:13 2010

What is the process for international adoption from Russia?
Q. Can a single woman adopt a child from Russia or do they have to be married. I am interested in pursuing this in the next few years and would be greatful to know anything about the Russian adoption process, costs associated with it, how the adoption went, and how the child is adjusting to life in the US. Any information is welcome. Would love to hear espically from parents who have recently done international adoptions. Thanks so much!!!
Asked by Tiggers - Fri Dec 15 01:31:12 2006 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Check out this website for information on adoptions from all sorts of countries. I know a family that is currently working with them to adopt a baby girl from China.
Answered by CN - Fri Dec 15 01:36:29 2006

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Tue Sep 8 14:03:52 2009

See also:

  • Domenici and Lincoln Introduce ICPC BillDomenici and Lincoln Introduce ICPC Bill
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    Legislation (S. 2779) to improve the Interstate Compact on the Placement of Children (ICPC) was introduced by Senators Pete Domenici (R-NM) and Blanche Lincoln (D-AR).
  • Adoption ClubhouseAdoption Clubhouse
    adoptionclubhouse.org
    A resource for adopted children and their parents. Contains sections such as "Speak Out," which features writings from children about adoption, as well as sections on famous people, homework help, clubhouse library, fun stuff, and adoption talk.
  • Healing Families Dismembered By AdoptionHealing Families Dismembered By Adoption
    adoptingback.com
    Reunion, relationships, and natural parents adopting-back the children they had lost to infant-adoption.
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ALBANY -- AnimaLovers, the Animal Welfare League of the Greater Capital District Inc., always has animals for adoption . The cat adoption center is located ...
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