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Academic Professional: Enhancing Skills to Meet the Needs of Foster Children

Academic Professional: Enhancing Skills to Meet the Needs of Foster Children
The Needs of Foster Children and How to Satisfy Them: A Systematic Review of the Literature provides an invaluable resource for practitioners looking to enhance their skills in meeting the complex needs of foster children. This comprehensive review categorizes the needs of foster children into four primary areas: medical, belongingness, psychological, and self-actualization needs. Understanding and addressing these needs can significantly improve the outcomes for children in foster care.

Medical Needs

Foster children often have more complex medical needs compared to their peers. Practitioners should focus on:Meeting these needs requires collaboration among healthcare providers, foster parents, and educators to ensure that children receive the necessary medical attention and support.

Belongingness Needs

Children in foster care need stable and supportive relationships. Practitioners can help by:Establishing a sense of belonging and emotional intimacy is crucial for the healthy development of foster children.

Psychological Needs

The psychological well-being of foster children is often overlooked. Practitioners should:Addressing these needs can reduce the prevalence of mental health issues and improve overall well-being.

Self-Actualization Needs

Educational and personal development are key for foster children. Practitioners can support self-actualization by:Fostering an environment that promotes education and personal growth can help children in foster care achieve their full potential.

Implementing Research Findings

Practitioners should use the findings from this review to inform their practices and policies. By focusing on satisfying the needs of foster children, rather than just addressing their problems, practitioners can create a more supportive and effective care environment.To read the original research paper, please follow this link: The Needs of Foster Children and How to Satisfy Them: A Systematic Review of the Literature.

Citation: Steenbakkers, A., Van Der Steen, S., & Grietens, H. (2018). The needs of foster children and how to satisfy them: A systematic review of the literature. Clinical Child and Family Psychology Review, 21(1), 1-12. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10567-017-0246-1
Marnee Brick, President, TinyEYE Therapy Services

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