Diane Gold

Diane Gold, a licensed clinical social worker and founder of PDA North America, dives into the intriguing world of Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) in children. She discusses how PDA manifests through extreme sensitivity to demands and the common misdiagnoses associated with it. Diane shares impactful strategies for parents, highlights the overlap between PDA and ADHD, and emphasizes the importance of understanding kids' fluctuating capacities. With insights into neurodiversity and effective support approaches, this conversation unveils a compassionate perspective on parenting neurodivergent kids.