Understanding PDA (Pathological Demand Avoidance)

This supportive and informative session will help families better understand why children and young people with PDA may experience high levels of anxiety around everyday demands, and how this can impact behaviour, communication, relationships and emotional regulation.

During the session, parent carers will:

• Gain a better understanding of the PDA profile within autism

• Explore practical strategies to reduce anxiety and support regulation

• Learn approaches that may help at home, school and in the community

• Find out where to access further help, support and resources