PDA Parenting Resources
Welcome to PDA Parenting Resources, a space created to support families navigating life with PDA (Pathological Demand Avoidance). Here, you’ll find practical tools, guides, and insights developed by me, a fellow parent on this journey. Every resource is crafted with compassion, understanding, and a focus on empowering you and your family. We also create resources to share with professionals and we hope that you will find them useful!
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Supporting PDA learners in Education
Creating the right environment and approach for a PDA learner is crucial to their development, well-being, and academic success. Here is a guide to help you navigate this process.
We have created a quick overview which we have simplified into five easy steps.
A Resource for Staff Room Walls
Here’s a compilation of knowledge and information from the PDA Parenting Community specifically for educators.
Which Educational Setting Works Well for a PDA Learner?
An in-depth guide on the PDA profile and the considerations that are needed to create the right educational setting for a PDA Learner.
Understanding EBSA
A practical guide to understanding EBSA, what doesn’t work and compassionate strategies to support children and families.
EBSA and Fines
A PDF to support families and inform practitioners around the legal framework to support EBSA in learners.
Securing EOTISC
A PDF to support families who are trying to secure Education Otherwise Than In School/College (EOTISC) – England only. This guide will explain what it is, the legal requirements and how to build enough evidence for it to be granted.
10 Signs When Children Are Struggling and Need Support
A resource on misunderstood signs of behaviour to be emailed or printed as a wall display.
Managing Distressed Behaviours
This short, comprehensive guide is a resource to share with parents, carers and professionals as a quick overview of managing PDA and distressed behaviours.
Supporting SEND VCB
A PDF to explain what SEND VCB is and what we can be doing to support children and families.
Supporting PDA Siblings
To understand the impact on a child whose brother or sister may have PDA, it’s important to explore some of the feelings and support they might need in a long-term capacity. This guide explores the topic in more detail.
Pathways to a PDA Diagnosis
Seeking a correct diagnosis can often enable an individual to access services, support or bespoke strategies that are essential to their wellbeing. It is imperative that the individual is adequately supported in order to thrive. Here is a document that we have produced with some top tips towards the pathway to diagnosis.
Position Statement on PDA – (UK Government 2018)
A useful document to quote when seeking appropriate support or diagnostic pathways (UK Only)
A PDA Christmas Survival Guide
Here’s a compilation of practical tips and advice to help you navigate the festive season and make it as harmonious as possible for your unique family.
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PDA 101 – Training for Professionals (Non-Certified)
Misunderstandings about PDA (Pathological Demand Avoidance) often lead to inappropriate approaches, exclusions and missed opportunities for support. This training is designed to equip professionals with clear, autistic-led guidance. By cutting through myths and replacing confusion with practical strategies, this training empowers attendees to create environments where PDA children and young people can thrive.
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PDA 101 – Training for Professionals (Certified)
Misunderstandings about PDA (Pathological Demand Avoidance) often lead to inappropriate approaches, exclusions and missed opportunities for support. This training is designed to equip professionals with clear, autistic-led guidance. By cutting through myths and replacing confusion with practical strategies, this training empowers attendees to create environments where PDA children and young people can thrive.
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PDA: Myth-busting 101
Misunderstandings about PDA (Pathological Demand Avoidance), SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities) and the law can prevent children from receiving the right support. PDA: Practical and Dynamic Advice – Myth-busting 101 is designed to empower parents, carers and professionals by tackling common myths and replacing misinformation with actionable advice.
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Supporting PDA Learners Webinar
Supporting a child with Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) in their learning journey can feel overwhelming – whether in a school setting, at home or through alternative education pathways. This webinar will focus on how to nurture engagement, build confidence and create an environment where PDA learners can truly thrive.
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SEND Law Webinar
Our expert speaker, Eleanor Dyde, covers essential topics to help you navigate the legal aspects of supporting individuals with SEND. Whether you’re a parent, educator, or advocate, this webinar is perfect for anyone looking to deepen their understanding of SEND legislation.
$14.00