Your adopted child is likely to experience the normal ups and downs of childhood. However, some adopted children may experience unusual behavior problems that can make discipline a challenge. This is most likely to occur if you adopt an older child who experienced an abusive situation or was extremely neglected, either in a home or an institution. You will love your child no matter what kind of behavior he exhibits, but it is a good idea to understand some of the possibilities that children in these unique situations may face and consider the best ways to handle them.