
Welcome to the PDA Society’s podcast, where we explore all things PDA to help make life easier for PDAers, their families, and everyone affected by demand avoidance. Research suggests PDA (Pathological Demand Avoidance) is a profile of autism, meaning individuals share similar strengths and challenges. A key feature of PDA is extreme demand avoidance – finding it hard or impossible to complete eve... more
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 7 | Founded | 5 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | Education | |||

In this episode, PDA Society’s Rachel speaks with Paula Webb, the parent of an adult PDAer, about what happens when PDA goes unrecognised through childhood and beyond. Together they explore how the lack of understanding and support in earlier years c... more
In this episode, we hear from Dr Rachel Worthington, a forensic psychologist, chartered scientist and senior lecturer at Manchester Metropolitan University. Rachel has spent years working with autistic people in forensic settings and recently led two... more
In this episode, our host, Rachel, speaks with Matt, a PDA adult working for the police, about navigating life and work through the lens of Pathological Demand Avoidance. From recognising his PDA traits later in life to finding strategies that make a... more
In this episode, PDA Society CEO Ed speaks with H Arlo-Harris – teacher, trainer and PDA adult – about what life is really like when you’re PDA. From discovering PDA through a word cloud on our website, to navigating internal demands, sensory overwhe... more
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Content focuses on Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) within the autism spectrum, addressing both personal experiences and educational insights. The discussions often feature interviews with individuals affected by PDA, such as those diagnosed with the condition, their families, and professionals providing valuable perspectives on managing PDA in various contexts. Topics include the unique challenges faced by PDAers, strategies for effective communication and support, mental health considerations, and the importance of creating accommodating environments in education and caregiving. The podcast aims to foster understanding and provide practical advice to enhance the quality of life for attendees and their families, making it particularly b... more
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Recent guests on PDA Society Podcast include:
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2. Matt Sellers
3. H Arlo-Harris
4. Rachel Crutcher
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