What is pathological demand avoidance? The condition your child may have – and how to help them

Children with PDA have intense emotional reactions to parents’ and teachers’ requests that infringe on their sense of control ...

Your child has pathological demand avoidance? Here's what it means—and nine tips for what to do

For some children, everyday demands such as "brush your teeth" or "time to get off of your computer game," can trigger intense anxiety and extreme resistance. When this type of response affects ...
Psychology Today

Rethinking Pathological Demand Avoidance

A parent came into my office recently seeking help for her 12-year-old son. “I don’t know why everything with him has to be such a fight. He argues with everything I ask him to do, no matter how small ...

Your child has pathological demand avoidance? Here’s what it means – and 9 tips for what to do

For some children, everyday demands such “brush your teeth” or “time to get off of your computer game”, can trigger intense ...