Pathological Demand Avoidance: ASD and ADHD

DESCRIPTION

Pathological Demand Avoidance is a profile of symptoms associated with ASD and ADHD. PDA is best understood as an anxiety driven need to be in control and avoid other’s demands and expectations. As an emerging presentation, we as educators need to consider specific strategies to support children and adolescents.

This webinar will:

– Discuss an emerging presentation

– Provide an overview of profile symptoms

– Discuss links to Executive Function

– Key approaches to support the child

AITSL requirements met:

1.5 Differentiate teaching to meet the specific learning needs of students across the full range of abilities

3.5 Use effective classroom communication

4.1 Support student participation

This webinar has been designed to assist all educators in their work to assist students to access the learning environment effectively.

All registrations are per person and one certificate is issued per registration.

PRESENTER

Our program facilitator Gail Preston has over 30 years’ experience in special education as a classroom teacher, specialist teacher, principal, academic and educational consultant. Gail has spoken at local, national and international conferences on various topics within the special education and inclusive practice fields.

REFUND POLICY

No Refunds

EXPIRY

Please note webinars are available for 7 days from purchase

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