As the parent of an adopted child, you not only must have basic parenting skills, you must be able to meet the needs of a child who has a different biological origin. In addition to the usual needs and frustrations of any growing child, your adopted child also worries about her place in the family and wonders about birth parents. It is important to remember that no child is perfect, and any child is likely to experience phases that involve emotional distress. As an adoptive parent, you need to be on the lookout for normal problems that escalate into situations that require help.