Parenting for Independence” introduces a groundbreaking framework to help families navigate the challenges of autism and adulthood with clarity, connection, and confidence
DENVER, CO: November 4, 2025 – A new book aimed to help parents of autistic emerging adults guide their children toward greater independence is available for purchase at retailers nationwide and online. Parenting for Independence: Overcoming Failure to Launch in Autistic Emerging Adults is the debut book by Certified Autism Life Coach, Patty Laushman.
Drawing from her dual experience as the parent of an autistic teenager and a coach for families and adults on the spectrum, Laushman introduces the SBN™ parenting framework—a practical and neurodiversity-affirming model built around Support, Boundaries, and Nudges. The book offers parents a step-by-step approach to helping their autistic emerging adults gain momentum toward independence while strengthening trust and connection along the way.
“Typical parenting approaches do not work for this group of emerging adults. They typically leave everyone frustrated and feeling broken,” said Laushman. “Parenting for Independence gives families tools to replace fear and frustration with clarity, compassion, and confidence.”
The book features:
A foreword by renowned autism advocate Dr. Temple Grandin, who praises Laushman’s work for providing “a roadmap for helping autistic teens and adults build meaningful, independent lives.”
Real-world success stories from parents and autistic adults who have applied the SBN™ framework.
Guidance on navigating demand avoidance, motivation challenges, and relationship repair during the transition to adulthood.
Endorsed by psychologists, clinicians, and parents alike, Parenting for Independence is being called “a game-changer” and “the guidebook families have been longing for.”