👉 Orphaning is a concept in psychology and sociology that refers to the phenomenon where individuals are left alone, without any support or involvement from their family or other caregivers. This can occur due to various factors such as illness, disability, loss of parental care, or lack of resources. In terms of law, orphaning is illegal under many countries' laws, including those in the United States and Canada. The term "orphan" was first used by the U.S. Supreme Court in 1