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Understanding and Supporting Your Autistic and PDA Child Who Is Always Bored
Parenting an autistic and PDA child who is always bored presents unique challenges that go beyond typical childhood restlessness. Discover how anxiety, demand avoidance, and sensory needs contribute to expressions of boredom, and learn practical, parent-tested strategies to support your child's engagement while respecting their need for autonomy.

Michelle Davis
Apr 198 min read
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When Your Child with PDA Always Has to Win, Be First, and Impulsively Behave
Parenting a child with PDA who always has to win, be first, and impulsively behave presents unique challenges. This article explores the anxiety and need for control behind these behaviors in children with Pathological Demand Avoidance and autism. Discover practical, compassionate strategies to help your child navigate these challenges while supporting their autonomy and emotional development.

Michelle Davis
Apr 137 min read
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PDA and a Strong Sense of Fairness and Justice
Parenting a child with PDA and autism who has an intense sense of fairness? You're not alone. Discover why justice matters so deeply to these children and how their autism hidden behind ADHD symptoms can manifest as passionate advocacy. Learn practical strategies to support their need for autonomy while helping them develop the flexibility to thrive in our sometimes unpredictable world.

Michelle Davis
Apr 127 min read
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Understanding the Physical Symptoms: Stomach Aches, Headaches, PDA, and Autism
Understanding the real connection between physical pain and emotional distress in children with PDA and autism.

Michelle Davis
Mar 257 min read
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Understanding AuDHD, Autism, ADHD, and PDA: A Parent's Guide to Supporting Neurodivergent Children
Navigating AuDHD, Autism, ADHD & PDA: A parent's guide to supporting your child's unique neurodivergent journey with compassion.

Michelle Davis
Mar 238 min read
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The Social Stigma of Autism vs. ADHD: What Parents Need to Know
ADHD is often more socially accepted than autism or PDA. Learn strategies to help your child thrive despite these unfair perceptions.

Michelle Davis
Mar 149 min read
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The Hidden Struggle: Masking Autism and PDA at School
Masking autism and PDA at school exhausts children and impacts mental health. Recognize the signs and support your child's authentic self.

Michelle Davis
Mar 139 min read
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