A list worth reading...

...if you are thinking about adopting a child from an orphanage.

Take a look

It helps to be prepared and not go in with blinders on.

There is no way a child can spend any amount of time in foster care, an orphanage, and institution and not be affected in some way through no fault of their own.

Not everything may apply to the child you bring home but much of it may. The behaviors on the list do not define the worth of your child, but the knowledge of what to expect and prepare for will give you the tools to help them heal.

Believe me, they are worth it!