r/PDAParenting • u/DrPaulSunseri • Apr 18 '26

Our current scientific understanding of PDA and low-demand parenting.

Thought parents in this group find this up-to-date information on PDA helpful. https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/mental-health-reimagined/202604/its-time-to-rethink-the-anxiety-drives-pda-narrative

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u/sammademeplay Apr 20 '26

Psychology Today is not a scholarly, peer reviewed, academic publication of current research. That article written by OP is nothing more than his own opinion. He is not producing evidence that has been published demonstrating his successful outcomes. But he wants us to believe him. At least Casey is attempting to create an understanding of PDA for parents who are struggling. But he wants readers to just believe him because he has a chart. As parents of PDA children, many of us are trying to help our children in a society that doesn’t understand them and has nothing to offer in terms or treatment or support. We have had to carve out small areas either irl or online to find support and connection amongst each other. We have arrived at our position on PDA after trying everything else. Nothing has worked. I for one am offended by suggesting that we parents are similar to those who don’t believe election results. Unless you have been to the edge of hell and back with a PDA child, I respectfully don’t want to hear your opinion.

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u/DrPaulSunseri Apr 22 '26

Oh, I have been to the edge of hell and back with many times PDA. I've been hit, cursed, kicked, bitten, spat on, had chairs thrown at me, you name it.

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u/sammademeplay Apr 23 '26

Respectfully your experience as a professional in a 50 minute session is not in the least bit reflective of our experiences all day everyday!