Is it outright defiance or something else entirely? Knowing the difference can make all the difference in how you approach your neurodiverse loved one. Listen in as Jason explains what Pathological Demand Avoidance, it’s prevalence in neurodiverse individuals, and why it’s different from Oppositional Defiant Disorder. They can look very similar but have very different root causes, which means different approaches are necessary for success.
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In this episode, Doug takes us on a deep dive into the latest cutting-edge research on neurodevelopment. We discuss the similarities and differences between ADHD and Autism and the prevalence of having both. Doug explains the importance of understanding cognitive fatigue, how it impacts classroom performance, and answers why and what to do about your child who only wants to eat carbs, starches, and sugars. Doug shares with us the one thing research has shown that actually changes the destructive impact of screen use. You’ll learn the thing you’re expecting from your neurodiverse child that is causing you to struggle, what you’re doing that unconsciously exacerbates your child’s anxiety, great tips to help you parent more effectively, and so much more…
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