Understanding Genetic Attraction / Genetic Sexual Attraction

by Hana Crisp | Apr 30, 2026 | Articles & factsheets, Resources

What is it?   The terms Genetic Attraction (GA) and Genetic Sexual Attraction (GSA) describe the strong feelings of attraction that can occur between genetic relatives who meet in adulthood. People often describe it as like “falling in love”. In some...

Navigating a relationship with family of origin siblings

by Hana Crisp | Mar 16, 2026 | Articles & factsheets, Resources

By Cheyne Bull, General Psychologist & Adoptee   Right to connection For people impacted by adoption and family separation, it is natural to wish to find out about and connect with possible siblings. For some this might be a general curiosity whilst for...

Rest isn’t always collapse: Understanding your nervous system as an adopted person

by Hana Crisp | Mar 5, 2026 | Articles & factsheets, Resources

This is a guest article by Nicole McGrath, an Australian adopted person and certified breathwork facilitator based in the UK.   Have you ever felt the urge to lie down, to be held, to simply stop – and then immediately judged yourself for it? For many...

Searching for family and the use of “Search Angels”

by Hana Crisp | Feb 18, 2026 | Articles & factsheets, Resources

Many people searching for family members choose to work with volunteer researchers often known as “Search Angels.” These volunteers may assist with genealogy research, DNA analysis, online databases, and record tracing. Some people find them helpful and empowering in...

Understanding the impact of dominant adoption narratives

by Hana Crisp | Dec 16, 2025 | Articles & factsheets, Resources

By Cheyne Bull, General Psychologist & Adoptee   Adoption, like other poorly understood life experiences, can attract all sorts of myths and singular narratives. Just a few of these are: Adoptees are lucky and/or have a lot to be grateful for People who adopt...