What is pathological demand avoidance? Condition explained after Harry Judd’s child diagnosed

What is pathological demand avoidance? Condition explained after Harry Judd’s child diagnosed

What is pathological demand avoidance? The condition explained

What is PDA? - PDA Society

Children with Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) often feel anxious when they sense loss of control.The goal is to set boundaries while reducing pressure and preserving autonomy.For them, “no” often triggers intense anxiety or a loss of control response, even if the situation is reasonable.The key is to reduce perceived demands and preserve their sense of autonomy — while still maintaining boundaries.#PDA #PathologicalDemandAvoidance #Autism #AutismAwareness #Neurodiversity #ASD #AutismAcceptan

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