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

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 ...

You jump at the opportunity to do the dishes at a social gatherings so you don’t have to interact with others. You decide not to reach out to a friend you haven’t seen in a while in case they won’t be ...