Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA), or Persistent Drive for Autonomy, isn’t defiance—it’s a nervous system response to pressure. Learn the signs, what triggers it, and how to create safety and connection at home or in relationships.

Wondering if your partner might be autistic? Skip the pressure of a diagnosis. Use our relationship-focused trait screeners to gain clarity, understanding, and connection.

Jenny Pan, a Chinese American therapist and neurodivergent advocate, shares her story of navigating two cultures, masking, and reclaiming her voice. If you're Asian and neurodivergent, you don’t have to choose between honoring your culture and honoring your needs. You can heal—and be fully seen.