When compliance hurts: Rethinking OT for children with PDA

Published: Monday 1 July 2024

Connections Spring 2025

Article by By Michelle Newby PhD(c), MSc, BHSc(OT)

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Duncan, M., Healy, Z., Fidler, R., & Christie, P. (2011). Understanding pathological demand avoidance syndrome in children: A guide for parents, teachers and other professionals. Jessica Kingsley Publishers.

Egan, V., Linenberg, O., & O'Nions, E. (2019). The measurement of adult pathological demand avoidance traits. Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 49(2), 481–494. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10803-018-3722-7

Murphy, L. K. (2020). Declarative Language Handbook: Using a thoughtful language style to help kids with social learning challenges feel competent, connected, and understood. Linda K. Murphy.

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