As graduation approaches, many parents begin asking an important question: “What can I be doing now to help my child be more independent?” It’s a… Read More »After Graduation: Building Independence Means Allowing Room to Fail
Rethinking Possibility: Helping Neurodiverse Young Adults Build Meaningful Futures “What do you want to be when you grow up?” It’s a question we ask all… Read More »Rethinking Possibility: Helping Neurodiverse Young Adults Build Meaningful Futures
Autism, Opportunity, and the Path to a Meaningful Adult Life As we recognize Autism Awareness—and more importantly, Autism Acceptance—it’s important to pause and reflect on… Read More »What Does Adulthood Look Like for Individuals with Autism? Expanding Opportunities and Possibilities
Why Many Neurodiverse Teens Miss the “Summer Job” — And Why It Matters More Than We Think As summer approaches, many families begin thinking about… Read More »Why Many Neurodiverse Teens Miss the “Summer Job” — And Why It Matters More Than We Think
Why Executive Functioning — Not Motivation — Often Determines Work Success for Neurodiverse Young Adults In a previous article, I explored a question many families… Read More »Why Executive Functioning Matters for Work Readiness in Neurodiverse Young Adults
When “Real World Experience” Isn’t Enough: Helping Neurodiverse Young Adults Discover Work Readiness For many parents of neurodiverse teens and young adults, one question quietly… Read More »Is My Neurodiverse Young Adult Ready for Work? Understanding the Transition to Employment
In the world of special education, it’s not uncommon to see academic rigor removed from students who don’t appear to be thriving in traditional learning… Read More »Don’t Give Up on Academics: The Power of Adaptation in Special Education
