Strategies to help clients with PDA manage anxiety include:

  • Flexible Approaches: Adapt demands to be less overwhelming by offering choices or negotiating tasks. This can help the client feel a sense of control.
  • Collaboration: Work collaboratively with clients to set achievable goals. Involve them in decision-making to increase their investment in the process.
  • Routine Building: Establish predictable routines that provide structure while allowing for flexibility. Predictability can help reduce anxiety associated with unexpected demands.
  • Coping Techniques: Teach coping strategies such as deep breathing, mindfulness, or grounding exercises to help clients manage anxiety when they feel overwhelmed.