Keys Facts and Statistics about adoption
Most adopted individuals are satisfied with their adoption and have overall life satisfaction.
68% of individuals adopted via private-domestic adoption are satisfied or neutral about their adoption
84% of individuals adopted via intercountry adoption are satisfied or neutral about their adoption
73% of individuals overall who were adopted are satisfied or neutral about their adoption
An overwhelming majority of adopted individuals are satisfied or neutral about their education, career and family status.
86% of individuals adopted out of foster care are satisfied or neutral about their education, career and family status.
83% of individuals adopted via private-domestic adoption are satisfied or neutral about their education, career and family status.
91% of individuals adopted via intercountry adoption are satisfied or neutral about their education, career and family status.
What’s more, the National Survey of Adoptive Parents found adopted children are more likely than their non-adopted peers “to be read to, sung to or told stories to, and eat meals with their family every day and to participate in at least one organized activity.”
If you ever need more time or feel unsure we encourage you to speak up. This is your adoption plan and you should only sign when you feel ready. If you change your mind and decide to parent we are here to support your choice!
The above data comes from Profiles in Adoption: Adult Adoptee Experiences,” a report published in 2024, and “Adoption USA: A Chartbook Based on the 2007 Survey of Adoptive Parents.”
** The 2024 National Adoption Month theme is “Adoption Promotes Strong Futures,” a tagline that highlights the success and happiness those who were adopted experience throughout their life. Use the free graphics, meeting background, sample posts, and sample email messages available in the outreach toolkit and show your support for National Adoption Month this November.
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