Child Development Center

Effects of declarative language and an indirect reward system on participation in adult-selected activities in an autistic child with features of pathological demand avoidance

Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) is a behavioral profile that is often associated with autism spectrum disorder and has received increased attention in the field of child psychiatry, child neurology, and pediatrics. Despite its prevalence, autistic children with a PDA profile...

Effect of EMDR for reduction of pain interference in children with sickle cell disease, the RELAX study: a randomized controlled trial protocol

BACKGROUND: Children with sickle cell disease (SCD) suffer from vaso-occlusive crises, extremely painful episodes that may require hospitalization. Traumatic experiences during hospitalization and frequent pain experiences may lead to psychological distress and the development of...