The Triad

The three main groups of adoption are usually represented by a triangle however, this can misrepresent the reality of the members of adoption.

The triangle appears to:

• demonstrate an equal distance or separation between the three members.
• show an equal or harmonious connection between the adoptee and the adoptee’s two families.
• symbolize that the birth family and adoptive family are raising the child’s interest above their own.
• exhibit that the relationship or communication between the adoptee and their adoptive and birth family is equal and similar.

These are rarely true.