What Is Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA)? A Parent's Guide

In this inaugural episode of The PDA Parenting Podcast, host Amy Kotha - parent coach and mom to a teen with PDA autism - introduces the concept of Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA). Learn about the key characteristics of PDA, its impact on children's behavior, and why understanding this profile is crucial for effective parenting.

Amy shares her personal journey navigating the complexities of raising a child with PDA, shedding light on the challenges and breakthroughs along the way. This episode covers:

• An overview of PDA and its distinction within the autism spectrum
• The neurological underpinnings of PDA behaviors
• The "can't, not won't" phenomenon and its implications
• Strategies for fostering connection and empathy in parenting
  
  

Whether you're new to PDA or seeking deeper insights, this episode offers valuable perspectives to support your parenting journey.

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Resources/Sources mentioned:

PDA North America  https://pdanorthamerica.org/

PDA Society  https://www.pdasociety.org.uk/

"Elizabeth Newsome...""...an obsessional avoidance of the ordinary demands..." https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC4820467/