Today, host Danielle Sullivan discusses their experience parenting a child with pathological demand avoidance/ pervasive demand for autonomy as an adult autistic PDA-er themselves. Danielle describes what PDA is, why these behaviors show up in certain autistic folks, and gives some examples of supporting a PDA child in everyday life. Learn more about our 6 week collaborative parenting group program: https://www.neurodiverging.com/neurodivergent-collaborative-parenting-class-group-coaching-program/ Show notes and transcript here: https://www.neurodiverging.com/pda-day-to-day-parenting-pathological-demand-avoidance-pervasive-demand-for-autonomy/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Danielle Sullivan, founder of Neurodiverging Coaching, joins the podcast to discuss communication nuances, managing a neurodiverse household, confronting ableism, burnout prevention, and the intersection of technology and ADHD. They share personal journey and resources for the neurodivergent community. Topics include sensory differences, autism representation, setting clear goals for new experiences, accessibility efforts, burnout in autism and ADHD, and prioritizing self-care.

Danielle Sullivan, owner of Neurodiverging Coaching, discusses challenges faced by neurodivergent individuals in completing tasks and offers 5 tips for improving productivity, including tackling small tasks, utilizing structured procrastination, implementing deliberate stops for better task management, overcoming second-guessing, and prioritizing rest for better mental wellness.