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Relinquishment for adoption of babies with down's syndrome: parent's response to the diagnosis and the role of health professionals
- Authors:
- DUMARET Annick-Camille, ROSSET Dominique
- Journal article citation:
- Adoption and Fostering, 25(2), Summer 2001, pp.49-55.
- Publisher:
- Sage
Presents a synthesis of research findings based on a study conducted in France between 1990 and 1996. The project aimed to establish a clearer understanding of what infants with Down's Syndrome were given up for adoption, to evaluate the extent of the phenomenon and its evolution over the long term. It also analysed the impact of the diagnosis on the parents' decision about whether to keep the baby or not and highlighted the determining factors in babies being given up for adoption.