RT Journal Article SR Electronic T1 Commentary: Transracial Adoption—Changing Trends and Attitudes JF Journal of the American Academy of Psychiatry and the Law Online JO J Am Acad Psychiatry Law FD American Academy of Psychiatry and the Law SP 321 OP 323 VO 34 IS 3 A1 Diane H. Schetky YR 2006 UL http://jaapl.org/content/34/3/321.abstract AB Legislating adoption practices is a stop-gap measure to protect the interests of potential adoptees and their would-be parents. As our society becomes better able to govern itself in these matters and reaches a consensus on humanitarian values, it is hoped that the need for legislation will diminish. In the meantime, we still have the best-interests test to guide us through new and sometimes troubled waters. We need to instill respect for all minority cultures while also incorporating them into the larger culture that one day will appreciate the values of tolerance and diversity.