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Ep. 184: Could Pathological Demand Avoidance Clarify My Child’s Challenges? with Dr. Casey Ehrlich

May 7, 2024
Dr. Casey Ehrlich delves into Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) as a nervous system disability, offering insights on its root causes and misunderstood nature. She shares practical strategies for parents to navigate PDA behaviors and connect with their child, emphasizing the need for tailored support and understanding of neuroception-driven demand avoidance.
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Quick takeaways

  • PDA is a nervous system disability tied to autonomy and equality perceptions, impacting basic needs like hygiene and safety.
  • Understanding autonomy and equality as key triggers for PDA behaviors can guide effective strategies in accommodating demand-avoidant children.

Deep dives

Understanding Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA)

Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) syndrome is a complex neurodevelopmental condition that manifests as extreme avoidance of everyday tasks due to feeling overwhelmed by demands perceived as threats to autonomy. It is often connected to the survival drive for autonomy and equality, leading to disabling behaviors affecting basic needs like hygiene, eating, and safety. PDA can present differently across children, complicating recognition in research and clinical settings.

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