Parenting PDA - Mindsets for Compassion & Accomodation

A personal account and guide for parents navigating Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA), a behavioral profile associated with autism. Author Ellie Sherven shares her journey of discovering that her son's extreme rigidity and aggression were due to PDA. She and her husband adjusted their parenting to better support him, offering practical tips for others facing similar challenges.

The book covers PDA behaviors, the role of the vagus nerve, and how to manage burnout and emotional struggles. Sherven also discusses how children with PDA often hide their behavior in public but release stress at home. She provides strategies to create a safe, supportive environment, helping parents understand and care for their children with empathy.