An important part of this process is being prepared to say no if you recognize that the needs of a certain child exceed your capabilities. Be aware, though, that you will never have all the information you need to eliminate this risk. Don't drive yourself wild in an endless search for that one final piece of information that will guarantee a correct decision. The answer to this question is the reason I remain optimistic about adopting institutionalized children. Prepare in advance to rehabilitate your child.
Institutionalized children are a high-risk group.
Make sure that you are prepared to take on the parenting challenges. Optimism is appropriate. Most families feel positively about their adoption.