Why Autistic Adults Struggle After Turning 18, and What Helps

For many families, the years leading up to a child’s 18th birthday are shaped by a clear system of support. There are IEP meetings, school-based therapies, coordinated services, and providers who communicate with each other. What often comes as a surprise is how quickly that structure disappears. Turning 18 is often referred to as the “services cliff” because many […]