2.1K views · 291 reactions | Did you know there's an autism spectrum condition called PDA? The PDA Society's giant panda ambassador gives an introduction to PDA and the very different support strategies required in order for individuals with PDA to thrive. We first shared this in the lead up to #PDAday on 15th May but as we have lots of new followers since then we thought it would be useful to share again. Please share widely. | PDA Society | Facebook

Here's a link to my webinar on Supporting your PDA pupil in a mainstream school https://neuroteachers.com/product/supporting-your-pda-pupil-in-a-mainstream-school/ #everybrainisunique #neuroteachers #pda #demandavoidance #demandavoidanceprofile #pervasivedesireforautonomy #rationaldemandavoidance #demandavoidantphenomenen #extremedemandavoidance #autismdemandavoidance | Neuroteachers | Facebook

5 things you should know before working with a PDA student 👇 1️⃣ They always detect agendas. You can’t fake it - authenticity is everything. 2️⃣ Your body language tells them more than your words ever will. Stay calm, stay safe. 3️⃣ Rules need a purpose. If they’re arbitrary, they’re going to be broken. 4️⃣ Recognise when you get it wrong. Repair builds more trust than perfection ever could. 5️⃣ If you’re not ready to join in with their interest, you’ll struggle to connect. Interests aren’t hob

15K views · 158 reactions | The most important thing about PDA is that specific support strategies are required. Our panda ambassador symbolises these strategies which we describe in our new video. For PDA remember the PANDA #PDA #PathologicalDemandAvoidance #Autism #BeingUnderstood #PDApanda | PDA Society | Facebook