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Simple English definitions for legal terms
special-needs child
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A quick definition of special-needs child:
A special-needs child is a boy or girl who has medical problems or a physical or emotional handicap. They may need extra help and care to do things that other children can do easily. Sometimes, they may have a hard time finding a family to adopt them because of their special needs, age, or background.A more thorough explanation:
Definition: A child with medical problems or physical or emotional handicaps, or who is likely to be unadoptable due to age or ethnic background.
Examples:
- A child with Down syndrome
- A child with cerebral palsy
- A child with autism
- An older child in foster care who has been waiting for adoption for a long time
These examples illustrate how a special-needs child may have medical or developmental challenges that require extra care and attention. They may also face additional barriers to adoption due to their age or background, making it more difficult to find a permanent home.