At Peace Parents Podcast Ep. 103 - Healing Your Nervous System as a Parent of a PDA Child or Teen
Mar 11, 2025
Discover effective therapies for healing your nervous system as a parent of a child with Pathological Demand Avoidance. Gain insights on the emotional and psychological challenges that caregivers face. Learn about body-based healing techniques and the importance of self-regulation during parenting stress. The speaker shares personal anecdotes and reflective insights, shedding light on the journey towards emotional resilience in the face of unique family dynamics.
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Nervous System Impact on PDA Parents
- Parenting a PDA child intensely activates your nervous system due to constant distress signals from your child.
- Many parents are neurodivergent themselves or grew up with PDA parents, affecting their stress responses and caregiving ability.
Sauna as Self-Care Ritual
- Casey used sauna sensory deprivation as her initial self-care to manage reactivity with her PDA son.
- She balanced intense sensory experiences with reading to understand PDA better during this healing time.
Body-Based Healing Importance
- The book "The Body Keeps the Score" uncovered the importance of body-based therapies alongside cognitive and medication treatments.
- Trauma and anxiety hold physical imprints, so healing must go beyond talk therapy and meds.
