EPISODE · Apr 18, 2025 · 25 MIN
You Can’t Make Me! The Psychology Behind Neurodivergent Defiance and Control
from Try Easier, Not Harder: An Unapologetic Guide to Thriving for Neurodivergent Adults · host Dr. Jess
Do you ever feel like something inside you is telling you to ‘Just Say No,’ and seems to push you to NOT do things — for no apparent reason? In this episode, Dr. Jess cuts through the noise about what PDA is, why it’s not pathological, and how it affects your ability to follow through — even when you want to!Disclaimer: The information and opinions shared in this content are for educational and informational purposes only. They do not constitute professional advice, personal coaching, psychotherapy, psychodiagnostic evaluation, diagnosis, or treatment, and are not a substitute for consultation with a qualified professional. Accessing this content does not establish a patient or client relationship. While efforts are made to ensure accuracy, no guarantees are made regarding this content’s completeness, reliability, or applicability to individual circumstances. Any application of or reliance on the information and opinions in this content is at the user’s own risk.
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Do you ever feel like something inside you is telling you to ‘Just Say No,’ and seems to push you to NOT do things — for no apparent reason? In this episode, Dr. Jess cuts through the noise about what PDA is, why it’s not pathological, and how it affects your ability to follow through — even when you want to!Disclaimer: The information and opinions shared in this content are for educational and informational purposes only. They do not constitute professional advice, personal coaching, psychotherapy, psychodiagnostic evaluation, diagnosis, or treatment, and are not a substitute for consultation with a qualified professional. Accessing this content does not establish a patient or client relationship. While efforts are made to ensure accuracy, no guarantees are made regarding this content’s completeness, reliability, or applicability to individual circumstances. Any application of or reliance on the information and opinions in this content is at the user’s own risk.
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