When gay and lesbian people choose to create families by adoption, there is a complex
intersection of issues relevant to the work of clinicians treating such families, especially their …

Despite the substantial literature on adoptive families (Brodzinsky, 2006; Brodzinsky &
Palacios, 2005; Brodzinsky & Pinderhughes, 2002; Palacios & Brodzinsky, 2010; van Korff …

Increasing numbers of lesbian and gay adults are becoming parents through adoption. The
adoption of children by lesbian and gay adults does, however, remain a controversial topic …

This essay explores issues in adoption crucial for the well-being of children raised in gay
and lesbian families. How gays and lesbians form families, and the legal, emotional and …

For decades, adoption by gay men and lesbians has been controversial. For both the
general public and adoption professionals, this controversy has stemmed sometimes from …

Although a growing number of child placement agencies are serving lesbians and gay men,
a dearth of literature exists for adoption agency policies and practices related to working with …

Currently, there is a dearth of literature regarding the experiences of heterosexual parents
with lesbian, gay, or bisexual identified sons or daughters. This manuscript will explore the …

This study examined the narratives of 82 adoptive parents (41 couples: 15 lesbian, 15 gay
male, 11 heterosexual) of young children (M age= 5.81 years) with a focus on understanding …

With increasing numbers of gay men and lesbians choosing to raise children, many are
looking at the option of adoption. Adopted children present with a unique collection of …

The biracial lesbian-led adoptive family is a growing subset of American families. What
contextual and systemic dimensions of these families do therapists need to understand to …