Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) & Autism 🤔 #autism #autistic #pda #autismawareness #fyp | Dr. Kerry Magro's Autism Journey

My perspective is that demand avoidance in Autism and Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) - or “Pervasive Drive for Autonomy” - are caused by different root causes. Understanding which root cause is at play (sensory vs. social communication differences vs. anxiety vs. a survival drive for autonomy and equality) will help you determine how to best support the neurodivergent child or teen 🩷 Not sure if your child is PDA? Our free 6-minute survey can help you figure it out. Comment “PDAQBeta” and

Have you heard of Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA)? It’s a profile associated with extreme anxiety around everyday demands—and it can make parenting incredibly challenging. In this new CreatingaFamily.org podcast, Dr. Cynthia Martin, a clinical psychologist trained in pediatric neuropsychology, shares what PDA looks like and practical strategies to support your child while reducing stress at home. 🎙️ https://ow.ly/p5HS50Y7LCF #adoption #fostercare #kinshipcare | Creating a Family

How can I support my PDA (Pathological Demand Avoidance) child or teen to stay regulated? 🧐 Experiment with the 4 S’s: 👉Screens 👉Safe Nervous System (yours) 👉Special Interest 👉Sensory intense experience, dopamine or novelty This is the framework I use to think through unsctructured time with my PDA son and has helped 100s of parents think through everything from long weekends with their PDA child to beginning #unschooling after school refusal. I hope it serves you ❤️ . . . #pathologicaldema