Tag Archives: Adoptee Mental Health

Trigger Warning: Suicide   My first tattoo saved my life on 2.1.21 I’ve always had a thing with the number 21. I spent a week after being discharged from a 57-day  psychiatric hospitalization preparing to die on 2.1.21. I cleaned. I decluttered. I wrote notes to  my people. I gathered supplies. I rehearsed my plan.Continue reading “Adoptee Remembrance Day – Sharing Sara’s Story”

As I write, I’m already tearing up. That’s very like me, I am a crier and I naturally feel big feelings. I have struggled with depression and suicidal ideation on and off since I was ten. I made my first suicide plan when I was twelve.  What’s bringing emotions to the surface for me nowContinue reading “Adoptees On on Adoptee Remembrance Day – October 30th”

I am 9 years old when the guilt sets in.When I learn that there’s no room for me to talk about my feelings.When I learn that no one will listen.When I learn that no one is there to hold space for me. I am 14 years old when I stand in the bathroom, stare inContinue reading “This Adoptee Life on Adoptee Remembrance Day – October 30th”

On Adoptee Remembrance Day 2020, we honor and remember adoptees who have lost their lives, experienced violence and abuse, and to those who are still struggling with mental health. Being an adoptee is a lifelong journey, one that is fraught with trauma, struggles, and resilience. To our community members, please know you are not alone.Continue reading “China’s Children International on Adoptee Remembrance Day – October 30th”