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Me and My PDA
A Guide to Pathological Demand Avoidance for Young People
Glòria Durà-Vilà and Tamar Levi
A PDA diagnosis can be confusing for parents and children alike. This beautiful picture book helps children understand their diagnosis, develop self-awareness and implement personalised problem-solving strategies. A clear and gentle guide to complicated issues, complete with interactive exercises and engaging full-colour illustrations. Learn MoreNov 2018, 144pp -
Collaborative Approaches to Learning for Pupils with PDA
Strategies for Education Professionals
Ruth Fidler and Phil Christie
This book distils expert advice on implementing collaborative approaches to learning for supporting pupils with Pathological Demand Avoidance Syndrome (PDA) at school. Explaining why this approach is so beneficial, it presents key information, advice and resources to help education professionals best support pupils with PDA, and also school staff. Learn More2018, Paperback / softback, 9.06in x 6.46in / 230mm x 164mm, 176pp, £13.99ISBN: 97817859201722018, Ebook, ePUB, 176pp, £13.99ISBN: 978-1-78450-261-4 -
PDA by PDAers
From Anxiety to Avoidance and Masking to Meltdowns
Sally Cat
This book is a collection of genuine insights and experiences from people living with PDA, adapted from their interactions on a popular online support group. It includes frank discussions of topics relevant to PDA, including work, relationships and managing meltdowns, making it a vital resource for both individuals and professionals. Learn More2018, Paperback / softback, 9.02in x 6.18in / 229mm x 157mm, 360pp, £14.99ISBN: 97817859253682018, Ebook, ePUB, 352pp, £14.99ISBN: 978-1-78450-934-7 -
Can I tell you about Pathological Demand Avoidance syndrome?
A guide for friends, family and professionals
Ruth Fidler and Phil Christie, illustrated by Jonathon Powell
In this illustrated guide Issy invites readers to learn about PDA, a part of the autism spectrum, from her perspective, helping them to understand how it causes her to find simple, everyday demands very stressful. Issy tells readers (aged 7 upwards) about all the ways she can be helped and supported by those around her. Learn More2015, Paperback / softback, 8.98in x 6.30in / 228mm x 160mm, 56pp, £8.99ISBN: 978-1-84905-513-02015, Ebook, ePUB, 56pp, £8.99ISBN: 978-0-85700-929-6 -
Pathological Demand Avoidance Syndrome - My Daughter is Not Naughty
Jane Alison Sherwin
Full of advice and support, this book is an honest account of one family's experiences of raising a child with Pathological Demand Avoidance Syndrome (PDA). It includes strategies to help manage PDA behaviours, information on obtaining diagnosis and raising awareness, and explanations to help readers gain a better understanding of the condition. Learn More2015, Paperback / softback, 8.46in x 5.59in / 215mm x 142mm, 328pp, £12.99ISBN: 978-1-84905-614-42015, Ebook, ePUB, 328pp, £12.99ISBN: 978-1-78450-085-6 -
Understanding Pathological Demand Avoidance Syndrome in Children
A Guide for Parents, Teachers and Other Professionals
Phil Christie, Margaret Duncan, Ruth Fidler and Zara Healy
Written by professionals and parents, this book answers the key questions about PDA and uses case examples throughout to show the impact of the condition on different areas of the child's life. The early intervention options and workable strategies for managing PDA positively will make day-to-day life easier for the child, their family and peers. Learn More2011, Paperback / softback, 9.69in x 6.93in / 246mm x 176mm, 208pp, £12.99ISBN: 978-1-84905-074-62011, Ebook, ePUB, 208pp, £12.99ISBN: 978-0-85700-253-2 -
Why Do I Have To?
A Book for Children Who Find Themselves Frustrated by Everyday Rules
Laurie Leventhal-Belfer, illustrated by Luisa Montaini-Klovdahl
This book looks at a set of everyday challenges for children at home, with their friends, and at school. The author empathizes with children's wish to do things their way, explains clearly why their way does not work, and provides a list of practical suggestions for how to cope with these challenges and avoid feelings of frustration. Learn More2008, Paperback / softback, 9.72in x 7.01in / 247mm x 178mm, 80pp, £6.99ISBN: 978-1-84310-891-72008, Ebook, ePUB, 80pp, £6.99ISBN: 978-1-84642-826-5