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How to Raise an Adult

How to Raise an Adult

By Julie Lythcott-Haims

How to Raise an Adult. Henry Holt and Co., 2015.

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14 mins read

12 Key insights

A brief summary of How to Raise an Adult

A research- and interview-based examination on the dangers of overparenting, presented with alternative methods for helping your children grow into adults who are self-reliant, happy, and a valuable part of society.

Key insights in How to Raise an Adult

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What do you get from this book? Learn the secrets to raising intelligent, happy, and self-sufficient kids without overparenting
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“Helicopter parents” hurt their kids by trying to keep them safe, and society only makes it worse
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Getting rid of all obstacles is dangerous, especially when parents defy rules and set their own expectations
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Raise Adults, Not Children—and Allow Them to Fail so They Know How to Succeed
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Overparenting Hurts Your Child’s Job Prospects, Stresses Everybody out, and Won’t Ensure a Good College
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Teaching self-efficacy and life skills is the best thing an authoritative parent can do for their child
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Teaching kids to “think critically” is easier than it sounds, as long as children and parents both make an effort
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Allow your kid to struggle and don’t choose their college for them
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Live life on your terms and let your child live life on theirs; lead by example
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Summary of The Key Insights
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Selected critiques in brief
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Final word

Who should read How to Raise an Adult

Parents and expecting parents • educators • child psychologists • sociologists • pediatricians • caregivers

About the author of How to Raise an Adult

Author and motivational speaker Julie Lythcott-Haims thrives on teaching new and experienced parents fresh ways to overcome the obstacles of child-rearing. As Stanford University’s undergrad advisor and dean, Lythcott-Haims gained firsthand knowledge, experience, and skills in dealing with younger generations, resulting in numerous published articles and TED Talks.

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Julie Lythcott-Haims

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