Scotland Needs Additional Foster Carers

Nearly 1000 additional foster carers are required in the next one year across Scotland to meet the growing demand, according to a well-known charity.

Many people have begun to recognize that foster care may be safer and better for children than residential care.

Study on Rates of Suicide Attempts Post-Hospitalizations in Children and Adolescents
Although children and adolescents in the child welfare system are at increased risk of attempted suicide compared with the general population, rates are highest before they enter

The shortage is exerting a huge pressure on the existing services.

Source-Medindia

Study on the Psychological Adaptation of Adopted Children
Over 4,000 international adoptions take place in Spain every year. Although the process of adaptation of these children is very similar to that of those living with their biological

Depressed Mothers Must Opt for Child Care
Mothers with postpartum depression must avail childcare facilities for their babies as it helps both of them cope.

Child Care Subsidy In Germany Provokes Anger Among Experts
Proposed German subsidies for parents who keep young children at home rather than put them in a creche have prompted furious reactions from experts who fear immigrant youngsters will suffer.