It is sometimes labelled as Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA), but there is debate about the evidence for and usefulness of this label. Resistance to demands is a characteristic …

Feb 2, 2016 · Ruth Fidler, an Education Consultant and author specialising in pathological demand avoidance (PDA) and autism, explores some of the difficulties facing pupils with a …

Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) If your child has a profile of pathological demand avoidance (PDA) then talk to school about appropriate interventions. The standard ones used …

Jan 15, 2024 · Anyone have any strategies that has helped transition a child with suspected PDA/autism that can better him listening or making decisions versus shutting down? I have …

May 23, 2024 · I attended a zoom group this morning and came across PDA , which is a new one for me as nobody really talks about it even though it affects so many people. I am aware that …

May 24, 2022 · My partner is autistic with PDA. We have a wonderful relationship. As time goes on I am learning to do things how he needs them done, we are working as a team and …

Mar 22, 2023 · For those of you in a relationship with a woman with PDA or for women, how do you balance your understanding while still expressing your dissatisfaction with a situation? I …

Sep 14, 2021 · Our advice page on PDA can be found here - https://www.autism.org.uk/advice-and-guidance/topics/diagnosis/pda which includes advice for parents and links to research on …

Feb 20, 2024 · It's good that your son's school is trying to give you some support on PDA. The NAS website has a page on Demand Avoidance and here is the link: …

The PDA Society has further information, including strategies to try at home. How to help your child with their homework Make sure it's achievable . If your child is having difficulty with their …