The failure to launch phenomenon Are you struggling with parenting in failure to launch? Is your adult child unable to become independent? You’re not alone. Many parents are in this situation, known as the “failure to launch” syndrome. It’s a tough spot to be in. You...
Co-Occurring Disorders in Failure to Launch Syndrome Are you worried about your teen’s future? Many parents feel lost when their kids can’t seem to grow up. This is called Failure to Launch Syndrome (FTL). It’s not a real medical term but it shows up when young people...
Understanding Failure to Launch in Teens on the Autism Spectrum Do you have an adult with autism who’s not launching? We do. They can’t make friends, get a job or live on their own. This is called “failure to launch” and it’s common for those on the autism spectrum....
What are Failure to Launch Programs Failure to launch programs for young adults help teens who struggle with adulting. They’re like a boot camp for life skills. These programs tackle issues like depression, substance abuse, and mental health disorders. They aim...
This story was first published by the HuffPost of Australia and written by Bella Westaway. Misha Heaton was excited for the birth of her brother. At four-years-old, she couldn’t wait for a playmate, to bounce around the gardens of their home on the North Shore of...
This article was first published by the UCLA NewsRoom CLA scientists have found that in young people with high-functioning autism spectrum disorder, the areas of the brain that are linked to social behaviors are both less developed and less-sufficiently...
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