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Published online by Cambridge University Press: 08 October 2021
The illusion of “native culture preservation” is a counterproductive force in healing trauma and forming attachment. Native language and cultural artifacts are a “trigger” of post-traumatic reactions in international adoptees, while immersion in mainstream culture and language replacement are the natural means of trauma healing in IA children. Difficulty with peer socialization is one of the major traumatic factors in post-adoption life for IA children. This chapter considers the causes of peer rejection and maladaptive means of gaining peer acceptance by international adoptees. The remedial methodology includes building up social connectedness through social skills training, successful involvement in socially esteemed activities (sports, art, craftsmanship, etc.), and forming culturally mainstreamed goals, attitudes, and motivation.
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