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Changing considerations of matching foster carers and children: A scoping review of the research and evidence

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  • Haysom, Zoë
  • McKibbin, Gemma
  • Shlonsky, Aron
  • Hamilton, Bridget

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The ‘fit’ or ‘match’ between foster or adoptive children and their carers may be instrumental in determining the outcomes for children and the sustainability of their placement.

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  • Haysom, Zoë & McKibbin, Gemma & Shlonsky, Aron & Hamilton, Bridget, 2020. "Changing considerations of matching foster carers and children: A scoping review of the research and evidence," Children and Youth Services Review, Elsevier, vol. 118(C).
    • Handle: RePEc:eee:cysrev:v:118:y:2020:i:c:s0190740920311567
    DOI: 10.1016/j.childyouth.2020.105409
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