Yesterday we launched the PDA Training Hub, where you can find everything you need to know about PDA in one flexible subscription - including our brand new podcast series. Each of our podcasts are in two parts, so we have the chance to explore these popular topics in depth with our guests. The first part is free to everyone, and you can catch the second deep dive discussion with a paid subscription to the hub. This week we're digging deeper with part 2 of building resilience as a parent carer, a

We offer a variety of training options for supporting both PDA children and adults. This is what various organisations have said about our training. Please do get in touch with us if you’d like to know more about the individual training courses we can offer directly or on behalf of other organisations such as schools and residential settings; local authorities; social work, healthcare and community support teams; adult care homes; autism charities and support groups: https://www.pdasociety.org.u

How can I support my PDA (Pathological Demand Avoidance) child or teen to stay regulated? 🧐 Experiment with the 4 S’s: 👉Screens 👉Safe Nervous System (yours) 👉Special Interest 👉Sensory intense experience, dopamine or novelty This is the framework I use to think through unsctructured time with my PDA son and has helped 100s of parents think through everything from long weekends with their PDA child to beginning #unschooling after school refusal. I hope it serves you ❤️ . . . #pathologicaldema

My perspective is that demand avoidance in Autism and Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) - or “Pervasive Drive for Autonomy” - are caused by different root causes. Understanding which root cause is at play (sensory vs. social communication differences vs. anxiety vs. a survival drive for autonomy and equality) will help you determine how to best support the neurodivergent child or teen 🩷 Not sure if your child is PDA? Our free 6-minute survey can help you figure it out. Comment “PDAQBeta” and