http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071130/ap_on_re_us/adoption_obesity
I know there are health concerns, but I think this shouldn't be a factor...what are ur thoughts?
2007-12-04 04:37:53 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous in Entertainment & Music ➔ Polls & Surveys
nope, I agree with you
2007-12-04 04:40:53 · answer #1 · answered by bowsgirl1 7 · 3⤊ 0⤋
I think it is ridiculous. The child is related to the family, has been living with them since he was a week old and has most likely formed a bond with them. Now he is bouncing around from family to family in the crucial period of his development.
I think it shows extreme dedication on part of the male applicant, that he would undergo surgery to get the child back. I would give them the baby simply for that; its clear they have nothing but good intentions. They also have an 8 year old who they also adopted and apparently there arent any issues with that.
There are two parents invovled and an 8 year old. Even if the father wasnt able to take care of the child, Im sure the mother would be and later on, his older sibling.
Do we take children away if their biological parents have become ill? If the father had a life changing illness but the mother was still capable? No.
And if anything, we let a lot of people have children who in hindsight are anything but good parents. They are not denied having children and the only fault this parent had was being obese, something he has dealt with.
I think it is stupid to deny the child a loving family especially since the parents seem so dedicated.
This is one child in the adoption process who has the chance for a good family; he shouldnt be denied it.
2007-12-04 12:49:51 · answer #2 · answered by Vampie 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Not in this instance. His wife is apparently healthy and his weight did not interfere with his ability to love the boy. Also he was motivated to do something about his weight (you should know that people don't just sign up for gastric bypass it takes at least a year and sometimes up to three depending on insurance company). If both parents were morbidly obese to the point that it hindered their ability to perform ADLs or live productively I could understand better. Wasn't the couple screened before the option for adoption was presented?? At the same time I have to say that I hope this opens the door for the sterilization of drug addicts, alcoholics and the stupid since the govt now has input into who and what circumstances are child rearing appropriate.
2007-12-04 12:48:46 · answer #3 · answered by Candy 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I don't think it should be. But I know China has adopted a new policy that overweight people, and people who've been on anti-depressants can not adopt (they have since amended that-you can adopt if you haven't taken meds for a certain length of time-don't remember what it is). Depression is an illness like high blood pressure! The Chinese government felt too many children were being taken from their native culture, then not taught about it. Ridiculous! Thousands of children need homes! It's just another way for governments to get more money out of people.
2007-12-04 12:44:35 · answer #4 · answered by But Inside I'm Screaming 7 · 3⤊ 0⤋
It should only be a factor if they weight prohibits the person from being an active, healthy parent. 500+ lbs is not healthy, nor obviously too active....even though they can still give the child alot of love...but also, what if they just want some kid to be a slave for them because they are too large to move around? And how can they play with them.
2007-12-04 12:43:16 · answer #5 · answered by Kiss my Shaz 5 · 3⤊ 0⤋
I think it shouldn't be a large factor, but a concern if one or especially both of the parents are obese. 1. The child will probably become obese. 2. What if something happens to the parents?
2007-12-04 12:42:41 · answer #6 · answered by ~Think About It~ 4 · 3⤊ 0⤋
I think it should be a factor when adopting. My cousin and his wife just adopted a boy. My cousin weighs 425, and his wife weighs about 300. They can barely fit in their vehicle. Plus, everything they do is an effort, so they are always out of breath. This new baby will not have a "normal" childhood.
2007-12-04 12:49:37 · answer #7 · answered by Harley Lady 7 · 3⤊ 1⤋
No, as long as the ppl are still able to take care of the child it shouldn't be a factor
2007-12-04 12:42:52 · answer #8 · answered by ashley_p89 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
No, although when my Folks adopted me in the 50's the agency even checked for fingernail cleanliness on both of them,so the criteria is rather strict,even if it seems unjustifiable,guess they have their standards.
2007-12-04 12:46:58 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
That is complete crap!!! Just because he is obese does not mean that he can't be a good dad, not to mention the fact that the women usually tend to the kids more anyway.
I completely agree with you, weight should not be a factor!!
2007-12-04 12:43:46 · answer #10 · answered by caution_m3 3 · 4⤊ 1⤋
I think the birth parents can use whatever criteria they deem important.
2007-12-04 12:41:17 · answer #11 · answered by Marshal Jed Cooper 4 · 3⤊ 1⤋