Same-Sex Adoption

Research Paper # 91412

Ethics
Gender and Sexuality > Homosexuality
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Same-Sex Adoption

This essay discusses the controversial subject of same-sex adoptions.

1,627 words () | 8 sources | MLA | 2006 United States

Paper Summary:

In this paper, the writer notes that although there have been many changes made in the last 10 years, same-sex adoption is still a major controversy issue in today's society. The writer uses relevant literature to demonstrate statistics regarding same-sex adoption. The writer maintains that many people believe that same-sex adoption is immoral and unethical. On the other hand, many people believe that same-sex adoption is acceptable, because they believe that the welfare of the child is more important than the gender of the child. The writer concludes that as long as the child is properly cared for mentally, physically and emotionally, the gender of the child should not be an issue.

From the Paper:

"Although the percentage rate of same-sex adoption has approved 64 % in the last 4 years, it is still a major issue in today's society. Some people believe that same-sex adoption is wrong, simply because the union itself is non-traditional. Therefore adoption is unethical. Others believe that same-sex adoption is acceptable, because they believe that the child should be raised with two parents that love him or her, regardless of the parent's gender. As long as the child is being cared for properly, in all aspects, mentally, physically, and emotionally there should not be any dispute of the parent's gender."

Sample of Sources Used:

Belge, Kathy. "Lesbian Life." http:// lesbian life.about.com/cs/families/a/adoption_2htm.
Davis, Samuel. Personal interview. 7 Nov. 2006
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Evan B. Donaldson Adoption Institute. "Gay Adoption Is Commonly Accepted." Gay and Lesbian Families. Ed. Kate Burns. San Diego: Greenhaven Press, 2005. Opposing Viewpoints Resource Center. Thomson Gale. Central Florida Comm College,CCLA. 4 Dec. 2006 <http://find.galegroup.com/ovrc/infomark.do?&contentSet=GSRC&type=retrieve&tabID=T010&prodId=OVRC&docId=EJ3010310206&source=gale&srcprod=OVRC&userGroupName=lincclin_cfcc&version=1.0>.
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