In 'How to Raise an Adult,' former Stanford dean Julie Lythcott-Haims presents a compelling critique of overparenting and its detrimental effects on children. Drawing on her professional observations and extensive research, she argues that helicopter parenting deprives children of the opportunity to develop resilience, problem-solving skills, and self-efficacy. This book serves as a manifesto for parents, offering practical advice and actionable strategies to break free from the overparenting trap, foster genuine independence, and prepare children to thrive as capable and confident adults in the real world.