We have a fundamental misunderstanding of homework. And it’s costing kids more than anyone realizes. The model we’re operating from is simple: The student understands the material → they go home → they complete the work → they turn it in. Clean. Logical. Completely disconnected from reality. Because that model assumes something that is not true—especially for kids with ADHD, autism, or PDA profiles: That homework is one task That success comes down to effort That if they can do it, they will...

A personal message and a new way forward for families living with PDA If you’re reading this, there’s a good chance you’re exhausted. Not just tired—but worn down from trying everything you were told should work, only to watch things stay the same or get harder. You may have followed the advice, changed your parenting, advocated fiercely, lowered demands, raised supports, and held on longer than you ever thought possible. And still—nothing has truly shifted. I want you to know this before...

What is PDA PDA is known as Pathological Demand Avoidance or Persistent Drive for Autonomy in more affirmative social models is a...