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

Every day feels like a challenge when you’re raising or working with a PDA child. If you’re like me at the beginning of my journey, then you’ll be constantly asking yourself, ‘What am I doing wrong?’ But what if the answer is within reach? 𝘽𝙡𝙖𝙘𝙠 𝙍𝙖𝙞𝙣𝙗𝙤𝙬 offers a fresh perspective, real strategies, and actionable steps to help you understand and connect with your PDA child in ways that will help them feel heard. Take the first step towards a better understanding of PDA. Get your copy

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