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July 24, 2025 21 mins

“As they get older, you have to learn to take steps back so that they can have that independence.” — Savannah Paponetti
In this episode of the
Uniquely Wired Podcast, Dr. Rubin and Dr. Kellen sit down with Savannah Paponetti, a licensed counselor and Assistant Clinical Director at NDFYA, to talk about how parents can best support their young adult children. They explore the balance between support and enabling, the shift from managing to mentoring, and why setting realistic expectations and boundaries is essential. Savannah also shares the value of involving therapists and parent coaches in creating healthier family dynamics.

New Directions for Young Adults: https://ndfya.com/
The International Society for Autism:
https://internationalsocietyforautism.org/
Learn more about the Uniquely Wired Podcast:
http://uniquelywired.info/
Email Dr. Rubin:
drrubin@ndfya.com 

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