Abstract

PASIN, Helena Cristina Almeida et al. SUPPORT GROUPS ON THE ADOPTION OF CHILDREN AND ADOLESCENTS: EMERGING THEMES. Rev. SPAGESP [online]. 2022, vol.23, n.1, pp. 14-29. ISSN 1677-2970.  http://dx.doi.org/https://doi.org/10.32467/issn.2175-3628v23n1a3.

ABSTRACT This study aims to discuss the main emerging themes in reflective groups on adoption developed through a research project and university extension program. We carried out participant observation in three group cycles for prospective adopters and three cycles for adoptive mothers and fathers. In the groups' meetings, we found five main themes with prospective adopters and five with adoptive mothers and fathers. It was possible to perceive the fears of the prospective adopters regarding what to expect from their future children, while the mothers and fathers were already experiencing and facing difficulties related to living together. Group work can be a fruitful way of working with the specific demands of prospective adopters, mothers, and fathers.

Keywords : Adoption; Support groups; Forensic psychology.

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