Dr. James ThatcherWhen your neurodivergent young adult feels stuck, more pressure can lead to shutdown. Learn conversation shifts that reduce shame, build trust, and support real progress.
Dr. James ThatcherLearn what PDA (Pathological Demand Avoidance) is and how it differs from defiance or ODD. Explore anxiety-driven avoidance in autistic and ADHD kids, with practical strategies like parent alignment, offering choices, and co-regulation. Insights from Dr. James Thatcher at Forest Psychological Clinic, Portland, Oregon.
Dr. James ThatcherUnderstand what drives school refusal in autistic and ADHD kids and learn a practical plan you can start tomorrow. Tips include grounding, first-period rule, mentor check-ins, and gradual reintegration. Insights from Dr. James Thatcher at Forest Psychological Clinic, Portland, Oregon.
Dr. James ThatcherDelayed echolalia is common in autistic children and is often a meaningful form of communication, not “just repetition.”
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