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
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