do you think single people should be able to adopt children?

[elbosco]

Originally posted by: jamesbond007
The distinction between an adoption and divorce is the fact that there is the ability to get a nice, financially-stable couple to adopt. Yeah, I know there are many single-parent homes that are more than willing and able to adopt, but the fact is two loving parents are better than one. In a divorce situation, you don't really have a choice, but you do in an adoption case.

Says who? I fail to see why a child with only one parent can't be just as successful or well rounded as a child with two parents.

 

[jamesbond007]

Originally posted by: elbosco

Originally posted by: jamesbond007
The distinction between an adoption and divorce is the fact that there is the ability to get a nice, financially-stable couple to adopt. Yeah, I know there are many single-parent homes that are more than willing and able to adopt, but the fact is two loving parents are better than one. In a divorce situation, you don't really have a choice, but you do in an adoption case.

Says who? I fail to see why a child with only one parent can't be just as successful or well rounded as a child with two parents.

As have I, but it is more ethical to have two loving parents in a family. It also depends on the mental stability of the parents, as well.

There are far too many factors to type out here...if you need more proof or something, I'm sure Google can help you there. 😉

 

[elbosco]

Originally posted by: jamesbond007

Originally posted by: elbosco

Originally posted by: jamesbond007
The distinction between an adoption and divorce is the fact that there is the ability to get a nice, financially-stable couple to adopt. Yeah, I know there are many single-parent homes that are more than willing and able to adopt, but the fact is two loving parents are better than one. In a divorce situation, you don't really have a choice, but you do in an adoption case.

Says who? I fail to see why a child with only one parent can't be just as successful or well rounded as a child with two parents.

As have I, but it is more ethical to have two loving parents in a family. It also depends on the mental stability of the parents, as well.

There are far too many factors to type out here...if you need more proof or something, I'm sure Google can help you there. 😉

I agree with you on the several factors in dealing with parenthood, but the whole bit on two parents being more ethical is pure semantics.

 

[maziwanka]

hell yes.

 

[GTaudiophile]

I think a single, loving parent with the ability to provide for and comfort and educate the child would be much better than an orphanage or abusive foster home.

However, such single individuals would need to be closely evaluated before being allowed to adopt. You wouldn't want some single male or female pedophile adopting children.

 

[acemcmac]

I could see myself adopting a kid while single loooong before I can see myself cranking one out with some hoebag who will only use the kid to extort me.

I say yes beause I think any single person who wants to help out and has the cruedentals should be good to go.

 

[imported_waldo]

Originally posted by: elbosco
I'd rather see a single person who is financially stable and able to support a child adopt one than a impoverished couple stuggling to put food on the table.

They usually can't adopt!! 😛 You have to jumpt through all sorts of hoops to adopt.

 

[TwiceOver]

Sure, as long as they meet the requirements.

 

[jemcam]

Originally posted by: DougK62

Originally posted by: jamesbond007
I say no. It's weird enough for a divorced couple to pick and choose a home for their child(ren) and have them ask where their mommy or daddy is, let alone a child going into a single-parent home.

To me, it just doesn't seem balanced.

So you'd rather have a child bounce around in orphanages and foster homes then living stably with a single person that loves them? How does that make sense?

BINGO! How is it better for a child to live with very little love and only the very basics in an orphanage than to be raised by a single, adopted parent?

 

[elbosco]

Originally posted by: waldo

Originally posted by: elbosco
I'd rather see a single person who is financially stable and able to support a child adopt one than a impoverished couple stuggling to put food on the table.

They usually can't adopt!! 😛 You have to jumpt through all sorts of hoops to adopt.

Not just adopting, but having children in general. It's my opinion that unless you are stable enough to have children (finacially, emotionally, etc.), then you shouldn't have children at all no matter how much you may want them.

Just as people need a license to drive a car there should be a parenting license.

 

[ILikeStuff]

I would say "it depends". If there are no suitible couples available, and a single person has what it takes. That being said, i think the criteria would have to be MUCH more stringent for a single person to adopt because of the inherent issues when trying to raise a child on your own. When raising kids, 2 parents(husband and wife) are better than one.

 

[ILikeStuff]

Originally posted by: elbosco

Originally posted by: waldo

Originally posted by: elbosco
I'd rather see a single person who is financially stable and able to support a child adopt one than a impoverished couple stuggling to put food on the table.

They usually can't adopt!! 😛 You have to jumpt through all sorts of hoops to adopt.

Not just adopting, but having children in general. It's my opinion that unless you are stable enough to have children (finacially, emotionally, etc.), then you shouldn't have children at all no matter how much you may want them.

Just as people need a license to drive a car there should be a parenting license.

Two questions, how and who would determine who is fit to be a parent and how would you enforce this. mandatory birth control? Forced abortions? getting a little too Brave New Worldish methinks.

 

[FoBoT]

it depends

it is better than them popping out a new one by themselves

 

[johnjbruin]

yes. i'd do it. relationships suck.

edit: relationships as in a couple - not as in a parent-child relationship

 

[elbosco]

Originally posted by: ILikeStuff

Originally posted by: elbosco

Originally posted by: waldo

Originally posted by: elbosco
I'd rather see a single person who is financially stable and able to support a child adopt one than a impoverished couple stuggling to put food on the table.

They usually can't adopt!! 😛 You have to jumpt through all sorts of hoops to adopt.

Not just adopting, but having children in general. It's my opinion that unless you are stable enough to have children (finacially, emotionally, etc.), then you shouldn't have children at all no matter how much you may want them.

Just as people need a license to drive a car there should be a parenting license.

Two questions, how and who would determine who is fit to be a parent and how would you enforce this. mandatory birth control? Forced abortions? getting a little too Brave New Worldish methinks.

An independent adjudicator would screen candidates using various tests. The tests would check a person for any serious issues that could be harmful for a child, anything ranging from psychosis to drug addiction to inability to hold a steady job and providing enough food. Fail the test and you can't have children until deemed fit enough to do so and would be subject to mandatory birth control. Kinda like taking a test to get a driver's license but taken several levels higher.

I know this will never happen and shouldn't because it probably violates the constitution in several ways and ideals held in high esteem by human rights groups around the world but baseless speculation is always fun.