SLP 328: Understanding PDA: Why Common Strategies Don't Work for Every Child

Sue Larkey Podcast - Autism (ASD), ADHD, ODD and PDA education · Jan 12, 2026 · 41m

Join Sue for an upcoming Live Virtual Workshop where you will learn from Sue practical tips & strategies to make a difference.

In this episode, we will discuss:

✅ PDA Profile: Pathological demand avoidance requires different strategies than autism.

✅ Consistency Over Routines: Adults must remain calm and consistent, not rigid.

✅ Tomorrow Box: Allow children to defer tasks without refusing them.

✅ Trust Building: Forcing compliance damages relationships with demand-avoidant children.

✅ Anxiety Reduction: Lower anxiety reveals humor, creativity, and resilience.

✅ Adult Adaptation: Professionals…