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S5 E9 - Helping Teens Find Purpose | Prasant Nukalapati
In this episode of Parenting on the Spectrum, Theresa Alexander-Inman talks with Prasant Nukalapati about helping teens and neurodivergent young adults build independence, life skills, confidence, and readiness for adulthood.
Parents of autistic teens and adolescents often wonder how to prepare their children for life after high school. In this conversation, Prasant shares practical strategies for supporting emotional regulation, self-advocacy, executive functioning, transition planning, and real-world success beyond academics.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
1. How to help teens prepare for adulthood
2. Why independence matters more than perfection
3. How parents can reduce pressure while increasing connection
4. Why there is no one-size-fits-all path to success
This episode is filled with encouragement and actionable guidance for parents raising autistic, ADHD, and neurodivergent teens navigating the transition into adulthood.
Learn more from Prasant at: https://whatcomesnextconsulting.com/
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