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Grief & Loss

Grief & Loss

Many members of the adoption constellation feel grief and loss related to their experience with adoption.  Often, these feelings are not understood by the larger community.  The AAC recognizes that many adoptees, birth parents, and adoptive parents will experience grief and loss as they come to terms with what adoption has meant to them.  We encourage you to read the articles provided here and to look for further information under the Recommended Reading section of our website.