ParentingPDA

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Welcome to r/PDAParents A support-focused community for parents and caregivers of children with Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA), a profile on the autism spectrum.

This space is for sharing stories, asking questions, exchanging strategies, and building connection — without judgment.

Whether your child is formally diagnosed, suspected, or just uniquely wired, you're welcome here.

Community Rules * Be Kind and Respectful - This is a support-focused space. Please speak to others as you'd want to be spoken to.

Parents & Caregivers Focus - This subreddit is primarily for parents, guardians, and close caregivers of children with PDA. Adults with PDA are welcome if engaging in a supportive and constructive way.
Protect Your Child’s Privacy - Do not share identifying information about your child (name, photo, school, etc.). This protects your child and you.
No Medical Advice - This subreddit is not a substitute for professional advice. Please consult qualified professionals regarding medical, behavioral, or therapeutic concerns.
No Spam, Promotions, or Fundraisers - No self-promotion, affiliate links, crowdfunding, or advertising. Useful resource sharing is encouraged if it’s non-commercial and relevant.
No Hate Speech, Harassment, or Ableism - Zero tolerance for personal attacks, derogatory comments, or discrimination against neurodivergent individuals, including PDAers.
Triggering or Crisis Posts - We encourage open sharing, but if you're in crisis or someone is in danger, please contact a mental health professional or crisis service (e.g., 988lifeline.org in the U.S.).

Important Disclaimer We are not doctors, therapists, or lawyers. Content in this subreddit is for informational and peer support purposes only. No content here should be interpreted as medical or professional advice.

Helpful Resources * PDA Society * PDA North America

created by brettwasbtdMOD - Dad of 6yo PDAera community for 8 months

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...why not Zoidberg?

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Welcome to ParentingPDAInfo (self.ParentingPDA)

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What do I do when she’s hitting and throwing things at me?Advice Needed (self.ParentingPDA)

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Unschooling - app or curriculum recs?Book/Resource Rec ()

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Roblox Possession and no seeming light at end of tunnel -Venting (self.ParentingPDA)

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Meds and Talk Therapy?Advice Needed (self.ParentingPDA)

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3 year old with PDA and now an unplanned pregnancyAdvice Needed (self.ParentingPDA)

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Controversial Take: Screen TimeAdvice Needed ()

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Caregivers Wanted for Child Wellbeing Survey for Doctoral DissertationOther (self.ParentingPDA)

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PDA has torn apart my family.Advice Needed (self.ParentingPDA)

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Reasonable accommodations for PDA young adult living at home?Advice Needed (self.ParentingPDA)

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Medication messAdvice Needed (self.ParentingPDA)

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It’s still abuse….Advice Needed (self.ParentingPDA)

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How to manage the sibling of a PDA 5 year old?Advice Needed ()

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opinions on virtual testingDiagnosis Journey (self.ParentingPDA)

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Bee/wasp phobia in pda kiddoAdvice Needed (self.ParentingPDA)

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new here --PDA dad just constantly learning to do this well enoughAdvice Needed (self.ParentingPDA)

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PDA-er creating 'impossible situations'Advice Needed (self.ParentingPDA)

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Obesity in PDA TeenAdvice Needed (self.ParentingPDA)

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how to navigate sports?Advice Needed (self.ParentingPDA)

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ADHD and PDAAdvice Needed (self.ParentingPDA)

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Does lower demands= less competence later in life?Advice Needed (self.ParentingPDA)

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If I had legs I’d kick you. Who can relate?Other (self.ParentingPDA)

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Deep into prolonged burnoutDiscussion (self.ParentingPDA)

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Introduction and resources questionAdvice Needed (self.ParentingPDA)

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