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Gay and Lesbian Adoptive Parents: Resources for Professionals and Parents

2008, On-line publication, Federal Publication, English
Web link: http://www.childwelfare.gov/pubs/f_gay/index.cfm

Description:

This fact sheet reviews considerations for adoptions by homosexual parents. State laws, types of adoption and agency policies are discussed. The briefing also addresses common concerns about gay and lesbian adoption, such as the potential for sexual abuse, the emotional impact of harassment, and the likelihood that children raised by gay and lesbian parents will become homosexual.

Availability information:

This publication is available only on the Internet.

Source:

Child Welfare Information Gateway, ACYF, ACF, HHS
Children's Bureau/ACYF, 1250 Maryland Avenue, SW, Eighth Floor
Washington DC 20024

Phone number(s):

(703) 385-7565
(800) 394-3366

Related topics:

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• ADOPTION
• GAY HEALTH
• LESBIAN HEALTH

NWHIC record number P-6732