The Educator’s Experience of Pathological Demand Avoidance: An Illustrated Guide to Pathological Demand Avoidance and Learning

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The Educator’s Experience of Pathological Demand Avoidance: An Illustrated Guide to Pathological Demand Avoidance and Learning

• An illustrated, easy-to-read guide written by educator Laura Kerbey, offering practical insights into Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) for teachers working with autistic children
• Explains why traditional autism strategies often fail with PDA learners and provides PDA-tailored advice on how to connect with students and create an autonomous, personalized learning environment
• Covers key theories relating to shame, trauma, and the autonomic nervous system, translating complex neuroscience into accessible, actionable guidance for educators
• Illustrated by popular artist Eliza Fricker and packed with entertaining anecdotes, making it an engaging and approachable resource for busy educators
• Includes practical protocols, tools, and systems to help both the educator and PDA student thrive in a school setting
• Ideal for teachers, teaching assistants, and school staff seeking a compassionate, evidence-informed approach to supporting PDA learners