Harvey Publishing highlights FAFO parenting for neurodiverse teens, an approach where natural consequences build resilience and accountability. Psychologists offer differing perspectives on this alternative to gentle parenting that helps teens develop essential life skills.
-- FAFO ("F*** Around and Find Out") parenting is gaining recognition as an approach where children and teens learn from natural consequences in safe, low-stakes situations. This method allows young people to experience mild discomfort - such as forgetting a coat on a cold day - to build resilience, problem-solving abilities, and personal responsibility. While different from "gentle parenting" styles, FAFO shares elements with authoritative parenting but places greater emphasis on accountability.
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For neurodiverse teens, FAFO strategies require understanding individual needs and sensory sensitivities. Parents can guide teens through natural consequences while respecting their unique challenges. Instead of strict boundaries that may overwhelm, this approach offers flexible solutions that build accountability and resilience. Neurodiverse teens can develop emotional regulation, problem-solving, and self-advocacy skills within a supportive framework.
Dr. Terri Mortensen, a psychologist specializing in teens, notes that FAFO shares characteristics with authoritative parenting. "I think FAFO is like a fun, fancy name that has come around and is a little spicier to fit some of the spicier parents that are out there," she stated. Mortensen believes this approach counters overly permissive parenting that can hinder confidence and resilience.
Dr. Ross Greene, a child psychologist and author, presents an alternative view. "I'm not a consequences guy," he states, noting that adult-imposed consequences aren't always appropriate. Greene advocates for addressing underlying problems rather than focusing solely on consequences. "Good parenting is noticing when your kid is having difficulty meeting an expectation and collaborating with them on figuring out what's getting in their way and solving the problem together."
Harvey Publishing Ltd., a UK-based publishing house specialising in nonfiction by new authors, includes FAFO parenting in its broader discussion of modern child-rearing. Their library covers wellbeing, parenting, and lifestyle topics, highlighting approaches that balance compassion with practical learning.
The editorial team at Harvey Publishing values content offering practical strategies for parents. By connecting research, expert insights, and relatable stories, they provide families with tools for raising neurodiverse adolescents. FAFO parenting represents one approach to helping neurodiverse teens develop independence in an unpredictable world.
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