Pathological Demand Avoidance

We will explore: The characteristics and diagnosis of Pathological Demand Avoidance. What PDA can look like in the school. The barriers to learning and wider school life a pupil with PDA may face. Recognising potential triggers. Supportive strategies.

The key learning objectives:

To develop an awareness and understanding of Pathological Demand Avoidance and how we can meet the needs of learners with PDA in the classroom. 

 Outcomes for learners:

Learners will:

 Understand and recognise the characteristics of and barriers to learning faced by pupils who have pathological demand avoidance.

Develop a repertoire of strategies that will support learners with pathological demand avoidance to access learning and wider school life.

The webinar is suitable for: SENCO’S, Specialists, Teaching Assistants, Senior leaders, Teachers and all Educational professionals

Presented by Beccie Hawes