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1. This age group see situations as either 'all good' or 'all bad' which is called splitting, this is normal.

   True False

2. Follow their lead in bringing up adoption related information, they may withdraw from adoption related events, this is normal.

   True False

3. They cannot identify their birth family loss at this age.

   True False

4. It is strongly encouraged to build self esteem at this age, to send verbal and non verbal messaging of reassurance and validation i.e. they are loved, lovable, and valuable.

   True False

5. Reaffirm sameness and identify differences in strengths and vulnerabilities you .

   True False

6. Encourage, accept and identify your child's anger towards their birth family, if this occurs.

   True False

7. Utilize the Anger Wheel to help them learn emotional language and process their feelings.

   True False

8. Children blame there birth parents for not staying with their biological family. A good response to say, 'There was nothing you did that made your birthmother plan for an adoption. You were a perfectly good baby, it was due to the circumstances in her life at that time.'

   True False

9. Seek therapy when your child avoids topics of adoption altogether.

   True False

10. Utilizing the Hold Onto My Feelings Intervention allows the family to create a safe environment, build trust and secure the attachment.

    True False