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Read about international adoptions   
A programme about adopted children   

I'm adopted!    

In Western Europe and North America today the falling birth rates and increased age of couples wanting children has led to an increase in the number of overseas adoptions.  But what problems do these couples - and the children - face, particularly when different races and cultures are involved?  Is it worthwhile for the children?  

Read about the subject and listen to differing opinions from people involved in adoptions.

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