Domestic vs. International Adoption
Domestic vs. International Adoption
I. Introduction
A. (Opening Device) I am sure that you’ve all seen the infomercials on television asking us to donate or adopt a less fortunate children in third world countries like Sudan, Somalia, China, and parts of Africa. Have you every stop to think what about the children in our own country that are also suffering. They may not be in such harsh conditions like those of other countries but they are also in need of a safe, loving, stable, and nurturing family.
B. (Thesis Statement) When it comes to choosing between domestic or international adoption, there are many factors a couple or single person adopting must consider.
C. (Previews of Main Points) In order to help you better understand why I prefer domestic adoption rather than international adoption, I will present three main points: the pros and cons of both domestic and international adoption including cost, wait time, children available, medical and social history, and legal concerns.
II. Body
A. Domestic adoption is easier when it comes to cost.
1. Cost a. According to Complete Adoption and Fertility Guide by Brette McWhorter Sember “Choosing between adopting a child within the United States or from another country is a common dilemma faced by potential adoptive parents. With domestic adoptions, it is generally easier to adopt a younger and possibly healthier child than it is to adopt from another country…” Many couples are often overwhelmed by the cost when they begin looking into adoption. b. Both domestic and international adoption has its unique costs. Couples adopting domestically will not have to worry about the cost of a visa, which couples adopting internationally must budget for. Couples adopting domestically may be asked to provide some living expenses for the expectant mother, such as help with rent or utility payments, an expense that is not typically seen in international adoptions.
2. Waiting Time a. The time a
I. Introduction
A. (Opening Device) I am sure that you’ve all seen the infomercials on television asking us to donate or adopt a less fortunate children in third world countries like Sudan, Somalia, China, and parts of Africa. Have you every stop to think what about the children in our own country that are also suffering. They may not be in such harsh conditions like those of other countries but they are also in need of a safe, loving, stable, and nurturing family.
B. (Thesis Statement) When it comes to choosing between domestic or international adoption, there are many factors a couple or single person adopting must consider.
C. (Previews of Main Points) In order to help you better understand why I prefer domestic adoption rather than international adoption, I will present three main points: the pros and cons of both domestic and international adoption including cost, wait time, children available, medical and social history, and legal concerns.
II. Body
A. Domestic adoption is easier when it comes to cost.
1. Cost a. According to Complete Adoption and Fertility Guide by Brette McWhorter Sember “Choosing between adopting a child within the United States or from another country is a common dilemma faced by potential adoptive parents. With domestic adoptions, it is generally easier to adopt a younger and possibly healthier child than it is to adopt from another country…” Many couples are often overwhelmed by the cost when they begin looking into adoption. b. Both domestic and international adoption has its unique costs. Couples adopting domestically will not have to worry about the cost of a visa, which couples adopting internationally must budget for. Couples adopting domestically may be asked to provide some living expenses for the expectant mother, such as help with rent or utility payments, an expense that is not typically seen in international adoptions.
2. Waiting Time a. The time a
References: Bender & Leone Series Edition (1995) Opposing Viewpoints Lindsay, J Jones, Cheryl (1998) The Adoption Sourcebook Kit R