Ep. 150 - Hygiene and Pathological Demand Avoidance - Part 1

This is the first of three episodes about hygiene and Pathological Demand Avoidance.
In this episode I focused on how to think about PDA and hygiene struggles, and understanding the root cause of struggles around:
• Teeth brushing
• Going to the dentist
• Showering and bathing
• Hair washing
• Hand washing
• Nail clipping
• Hair cutting
• Getting dressed

More specifically, in this episode I talk through:
• The Deep Why behind hygiene struggles
• Sensory vs. Autonomy as a root cause of avoidance
• The cumulative nature of PDA and control coalescing around a basic need (in this case hygiene)
• Discernment - Asking yourself the right questions about burnout and whether hygiene is the "stickiest" basic need for your child or teen.
• Decision-making around boundaries before we worry about accommodations

I hope you find the show helpful. I'll release two more episodes on hygiene soon!
xo,
Casey
PS - New to PDA? You can take our free 6-minute quiz to learn how well your child or teen fits the profile (at-peace-parents-podcast.captivate.fm/clarity).