How to Lower Demands Around Writing
Lowering demand is not about giving up on handwriting or learning.
It is about changing how writing is introduced so it feels manageable rather than threatening.
For children with PDA, demand avoidance, anxiety, dyspraxia, or sensory processing differences, reducing the felt pressure can make writing more accessible over time.
Child Refuses to Write? Understanding PDA and Writing Resistance
Recently in my Helping Kids Write community, parents have been sharing what has helped their child with PDA, demand avoidance, or anxiety around handwriting. Being able to hear how they focus on safety, connection, and interests before expecting writing has been powerful.
Join Me at the PDA Space Summit 2025: Exploring Equity for PDA’ers
As a brown, neurodivergent, single parent and Occupational Therapist, I see every day how much our systems ask kids (and families) to change themselves to fit in instead of adapting environments to effectively meet their needs. That’s why I’m so happy about the conversations this summit is bringing to the forefront.