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Not Mean, Just Struggling: Supporting Sibling Relationships in Autistic Families With a Focus on PDA (The Autism and PDA Support Series)

Avery Grant

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Description:Do your kids constantly clash—and no script, consequence, or “be nice” reminder seems to help?If one or more of your children is autistic with a PDA (Pathological Demand Avoidance) profile, sibling dynamics can feel like a minefield. Meltdowns, control battles, and explosive moments seem to come out of nowhere. Meanwhile, another sibling may be quietly withdrawing, walking on eggshells, or growing resentful in silence.You’re not imagining it. And you’re not doing it wrong.Traditional parenting advice often backfires in PDA households—because the issue isn’t willful disobedience or a lack of empathy. It’s nervous system dysregulation. And when one child is in survival mode, it affects the entire family.This compassionate, trauma-informed guide is here to help—and it’s quick to read and packed with actionable strategies you can use right away.Written for parents navigating the raw reality of PDA and neurodivergent sibling life, Not Mean, Just Struggling ✅ A clear explanation of what PDA really is—and how it uniquely impacts sibling relationships✅ Insight into what both the PDA and non-PDA siblings are experiencing emotionally and neurologically✅ Tools to reduce aggression, chaos, and power struggles without using shame or punishment✅ Scripts and metaphors that build true empathy—not forced politeness✅ Support for YOU, the parent, as you juggle emotional triage, burnout, and impossible decisions✅ A vision of sibling connection that’s rooted in safety, not samenessWhether your home feels like a battlefield or you’re simply tired of being the constant mediator, this book gives you a realistic, affirming path forward—without forcing closeness, downplaying struggles, or villainizing either child.Because it’s not about raising kids who always get along.It’s about creating a home where everyone belongs—without having to earn it.Part of the Autism and PDA Support Series by Avery Grant, this guide joins a growing collection of short and compassionate resources designed for real-life struggles, written for parents who need real-world, neurodiversity-affirming support.We have made it easy for you to find a PDF Ebooks without any digging. And by having access to our ebooks online or by storing it on your computer, you have convenient answers with Not Mean, Just Struggling: Supporting Sibling Relationships in Autistic Families With a Focus on PDA (The Autism and PDA Support Series). To get started finding Not Mean, Just Struggling: Supporting Sibling Relationships in Autistic Families With a Focus on PDA (The Autism and PDA Support Series), you are right to find our website which has a comprehensive collection of manuals listed.
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Description: Do your kids constantly clash—and no script, consequence, or “be nice” reminder seems to help?If one or more of your children is autistic with a PDA (Pathological Demand Avoidance) profile, sibling dynamics can feel like a minefield. Meltdowns, control battles, and explosive moments seem to come out of nowhere. Meanwhile, another sibling may be quietly withdrawing, walking on eggshells, or growing resentful in silence.You’re not imagining it. And you’re not doing it wrong.Traditional parenting advice often backfires in PDA households—because the issue isn’t willful disobedience or a lack of empathy. It’s nervous system dysregulation. And when one child is in survival mode, it affects the entire family.This compassionate, trauma-informed guide is here to help—and it’s quick to read and packed with actionable strategies you can use right away.Written for parents navigating the raw reality of PDA and neurodivergent sibling life, Not Mean, Just Struggling ✅ A clear explanation of what PDA really is—and how it uniquely impacts sibling relationships✅ Insight into what both the PDA and non-PDA siblings are experiencing emotionally and neurologically✅ Tools to reduce aggression, chaos, and power struggles without using shame or punishment✅ Scripts and metaphors that build true empathy—not forced politeness✅ Support for YOU, the parent, as you juggle emotional triage, burnout, and impossible decisions✅ A vision of sibling connection that’s rooted in safety, not samenessWhether your home feels like a battlefield or you’re simply tired of being the constant mediator, this book gives you a realistic, affirming path forward—without forcing closeness, downplaying struggles, or villainizing either child.Because it’s not about raising kids who always get along.It’s about creating a home where everyone belongs—without having to earn it.Part of the Autism and PDA Support Series by Avery Grant, this guide joins a growing collection of short and compassionate resources designed for real-life struggles, written for parents who need real-world, neurodiversity-affirming support.We have made it easy for you to find a PDF Ebooks without any digging. And by having access to our ebooks online or by storing it on your computer, you have convenient answers with Not Mean, Just Struggling: Supporting Sibling Relationships in Autistic Families With a Focus on PDA (The Autism and PDA Support Series). To get started finding Not Mean, Just Struggling: Supporting Sibling Relationships in Autistic Families With a Focus on PDA (The Autism and PDA Support Series), you are right to find our website which has a comprehensive collection of manuals listed.
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