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10/09/2025

It’s PANS/PANDAS Awareness Day. Let’s talk about what that means. 👇

It means that sudden, extreme changes in behavior are NOT "just a phase."

It means a child's brain can literally be on fire from an infection. 🔥🧠

It means parents become fierce advocates overnight.

To every family navigating this journey: Your fight is seen. Your intuition is valid. You are not alone.

Share this with someone who needs to understand.

Disclaimer: Information shared by Dr. Joy Eberhardt De Master ("The PDA Doc") is for educational purposes only and not a substitute for medical or clinical care. While Dr. Joy provides neurodivergent-affirming guidance, tips shared online cannot address your child’s unique needs. Please consult a licensed provider for personalized recommendations.

10/07/2025

Tomorrow is World Dyslexia Day, so I wanted to share something from the heart. ❤️

Does your brilliant, creative kid struggle with reading and writing? Does it feel like their skills on paper don't match the bright mind you know so well? You are not alone.

This one is personal for me, as a mom to a dyslexic child and a sister to a dyslexic sibling, I've seen this journey up close. Dyslexia isn't a deficit. It's a different way of processing the world, one that often comes with incredible strengths like creativity, problem-solving, and big-picture thinking. ✨

Your child isn't "behind". Their brain is just wired beautifully differently. Sending you the biggest hug today and always. 🤗

Comment with a ❤️ if this resonates.

Disclaimer: Information shared by Dr. Joy Eberhardt De Master ("The PDA Doc") is for educational purposes only and not a substitute for medical or clinical care. While Dr. Joy provides neurodivergent-affirming guidance, tips shared online cannot address your child’s unique needs. Please consult a licensed provider for personalized recommendations.

10/01/2025

Ever wonder why a perfectly fine day suddenly goes sideways? The culprit might be something you can't even see—a hidden scent! 👃✨

Our brains process smell in a powerful, direct way. For sensitive nervous systems, common household scents from cleaners or detergents can lead to sensory overload, which often shows up as meltdowns, irritability, or trouble focusing.

Let's break down how to become a "scent detective" in your own home and school. 👉

DISCLAIMER: Information shared by Dr. Joy Eberhardt De Master "The PDA Doc" aka “Dr. Joy” on social media is not intended to replace or be constituted as clinical or medical care. It's intended for educational purposes only. Dr. Joy always aims to provide neurodivergent affirming care, which includes ongoing learning and pivoting. It's important to be aware that although tips shared on social media can be useful, they are unable to provide specific applications to your child or relevant nuance to your family's situation. If you need support, please establish care with a licensed provider so that they can provide tailored recommendations for you or your child.

09/30/2025

This is the most fundamental reframe for PDA parenting. It's not a preference; it's a neurological need. For a PDA nervous system, a lack of autonomy triggers a survival response, just like holding your breath.

What's one small way you can offer more "air" today?

DISCLAIMER: Information shared by Dr. Joy Eberhardt De Master "The PDA Doc" aka “Dr. Joy” on social media is not intended to replace or be constituted as clinical or medical care. It's intended for educational purposes only. Dr. Joy always aims to provide neurodivergent affirming care, which includes ongoing learning and pivoting. It's important to be aware that although tips shared on social media can be useful, they are unable to provide specific applications to your child or relevant nuance to your family's situation. If you need support, please establish care with a licensed provider so that they can provide tailored recommendations for you or your child.

09/29/2025

Ever had a day go completely sideways for no apparent reason? You're not imagining things. Often, the biggest triggers are the ones we can't see. As the expert detective of your child's world, learning to spot hidden scents is a superpower. Let's get started. 🌱

💌 Comment "inbox" for more science-backed parenting gems in your inbox!

DISCLAIMER: Information shared by Dr. Joy Eberhardt De Master "The PDA Doc" aka “Dr. Joy” on social media is not intended to replace or be constituted as clinical or medical care. It's intended for educational purposes only. Dr. Joy always aims to provide neurodivergent affirming care, which includes ongoing learning and pivoting. It's important to be aware that although tips shared on social media can be useful, they are unable to provide specific applications to your child or relevant nuance to your family's situation. If you need support, please establish care with a licensed provider so that they can provide tailored recommendations for you or your child.

09/25/2025

A child's brain simply cannot learn, connect, or thrive when it's in a state of defense. By providing safety, you are giving their nervous system the message it needs to hear: "You are safe. You can rest. You can grow." 🌱

That is the most powerful gift you can give.

Drop a ❤️ if you are laying a foundation of safety today.

DISCLAIMER: Information shared by Dr. Joy Eberhardt De Master "The PDA Doc" aka “Dr. Joy” on social media is not intended to replace or be constituted as clinical or medical care. It's intended for educational purposes only. Dr. Joy always aims to provide neurodivergent affirming care, which includes ongoing learning and pivoting. It's important to be aware that although tips shared on social media can be useful, they are unable to provide specific applications to your child or relevant nuance to your family's situation. If you need support, please establish care with a licensed provider so that they can provide tailored recommendations for you or your child.

09/24/2025

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Let’s talk about “Micro-Wins” ✨ — those tiny but powerful moments of progress that often happen on the inside. They are the true building blocks of confidence and trust.

Swipe through to reframe what success looks like and celebrate what truly matters:

🌱 The effort, not just the grade.
🧠 The self-awareness to ask for a break.
🗣️ The courage to self-advocate.

Celebrating the process shows our kids that we see them, not just their performance. It's one of the most powerful ways to say, "You are enough." 🤗

What's one beautiful micro-win you've noticed in your child (or yourself!) this week? Let us know below! 👇

DISCLAIMER: Information shared by Dr. Joy Eberhardt De Master "The PDA Doc" aka “Dr. Joy” on social media is not intended to replace or be constituted as clinical or medical care. It's intended for educational purposes only. Dr. Joy always aims to provide neurodivergent affirming care, which includes ongoing learning and pivoting. It's important to be aware that although tips shared on social media can be useful, they are unable to provide specific applications to your child or relevant nuance to your family's situation. If you need support, please establish care with a licensed provider so that they can provide tailored recommendations for you or your child.

09/18/2025

Every time we try to control, we are feeding the threat response. Every time we choose to connect, we are building the safety their nervous system desperately needs. Your PDA child doesn't need a firmer hand; they need a safer harbor. You are their harbor. ⚓️

Drop a ❤️ if you are choosing connection today.

DISCLAIMER: Information shared by Dr. Joy Eberhardt De Master "The PDA Doc" aka “Dr. Joy” on social media is not intended to replace or be constituted as clinical or medical care. It's intended for educational purposes only. Dr. Joy always aims to provide neurodivergent affirming care, which includes ongoing learning and pivoting. It's important to be aware that although tips shared on social media can be useful, they are unable to provide specific applications to your child or relevant nuance to your family's situation. If you need support, please establish care with a licensed provider so that they can provide tailored recommendations for you or your child.

09/17/2025

When a child's nervous system is screaming, they can't hear our pleas to "be nice" or "stop it." They need a simpler way to communicate.

What if they had a visual language to ask for space before the explosion? 🤗

Enter: The Color Code System! 🚦Swipe through to learn this game-changing, low-demand tool that helps siblings understand each other's needs. We’re covering:

✅ GREEN: "I'm ready to connect!"
⚠️ YELLOW: "I'm wobbly and need space soon."
🛑 RED: "My brain is full. I need a break NOW."

This isn't about control; it's about building trust by honoring boundaries. ✨

What's the biggest sibling challenge in your home right now? Let's talk about it below. 👇

DISCLAIMER: Information shared by Dr. Joy Eberhardt De Master "The PDA Doc" aka “Dr. Joy” on social media is not intended to replace or be constituted as clinical or medical care. It's intended for educational purposes only. Dr. Joy always aims to provide neurodivergent affirming care, which includes ongoing learning and pivoting. It's important to be aware that although tips shared on social media can be useful, they are unable to provide specific applications to your child or relevant nuance to your family's situation. If you need support, please establish care with a licensed provider so that they can provide tailored recommendations for you or your child.

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