Reframing Neurodiversity
Reframing Neurodiversity
Melissa Jackson
20. Reparenting Ourselves Through Low Demand Parenting with Amanda Diekman
46 minutes Posted Jul 18, 2024 at 7:06 pm.
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In this episode, I chat with Amanda Diekman, the author of Low Demand Parenting. If you've ever felt exhausted by the daily demands of parenting—especially if you're raising a neurodivergent child—this episode is for you!

What you'll learn in this episode:

  • What Low Demand Parenting is and why it’s a game-changer for neurodivergent kids
  • The connection between Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA), ADHD, and high-masking autism
  • Why traditional parenting strategies often fail kids with high demand sensitivity
  • How dropping non-essential demands can actually help kids (and parents) thrive
  • The difference between fake dropping demands vs. truly creating a supportive environment
  • Why reparenting yourself as a neurodivergent mom is just as important as supporting your kids
  • How to balance your own needs as a parent while meeting your child's needs without burnout


Resources mentioned in this episode:

  • Get the first chapter of Amanda's book: Low Demand Parenting here for free

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