Rachel Medefind
Latest Articles by Rachel Medefind
A review of recent adoption research shows positive outcomes over time
From movies and books to pop psychology, it's often implied that children who enter a family through adoption are fated to bad outcomes. Genetic variations, early trauma, loss of biological...
Living within limits: Unburdening summertime to promote flourishing
Right before summer break begins each year, I have the same conversation with fellow mothers. We’re eager for the break – the slower pace, being more relaxed and having more...
Remarkable findings from NCFA’s groundbreaking survey of adult adoptees
An expansive new study released last week offers important and compelling insight from the perspectives and experiences of adults who were adopted as children through foster care, private adoption or...
How does healthy eating improve mental health for foster and adoptive families?
This is the third article in a three-part series on The Powerful Role of the Body in Mental Health. Find the first and second articles here. For most of us,...
How does physical activity help improve mental health for foster and adoptive families?
This is the second article in a three-part series on The Powerful Role of the Body in Mental Health. Find the first and third articles here. A rosy-cheeked child energetically...
How does sleep improve mental health for foster and adoptive families?
This is the first article in a three-part series on The Powerful Role of the Body in Mental Health. Find the second and third articles here. Here’s something crucial for foster and adoptive...
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