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PDA Society Podcast

PDA Society
Pathological Demand Avoidance
Autism
Mental Health
Christmas
Meditation
Anxiety
Autism Spectrum
Mainstream Education
Engagement Strategies
Classroom Environment
Christmas Day
Menstrual Health
Parenting
Education
Trust In Adults
Sensory Overload
Nativity Plays
Puberty
Neurodiversity
Personal Resilience

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

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In this episode, Rachel from the PDA Society is joined by Bryher Hill, an occupational therapist from Helping Kids Shine, to explore how occupational therapy can support PDA children and their families.

Bryher shares insight into how occupational th... more

In this episode, Sarah Stewart from the PDA Society is joined by Tracy Weiner, an NVR (Non-Violent Resistance) practitioner and parent of a PDA young person, to explore how NVR can support families experiencing high levels of distress and conflict.

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In this episode, Rachel from the PDA Society is joined by Julia Daunt, a PDA adult and trainer with the PDA Society, to explore the realities of accessing healthcare for PDAers.

Julia shares her lived experience of navigating medical environments, h... more

In this episode, Rachel from the PDA Society is joined by Lyndsey Stokes and Keighly Murphy from Rise Skool, an alternative education provision supporting neurodivergent children and young people who have struggled in mainstream settings.

Together, ... more

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Recent Guests

Keighly Murphy
Operational Manager at Rise, SENCO
Rise
Episode: When School Doesn't Fit: The RISE Skool Approach
Lyndsey Stokes
Outreach Lead at Rise
Rise
Episode: When School Doesn't Fit: The RISE Skool Approach
Linda Murphy
Author of The Declarative Language Handbook and The Co-Regulation Handbook
Author, PDA Society contributor
Episode: Declarative Language with Linda K. Murphy
Riko Ryuki
A PDAer with three kids, sharing their parenting journey
Independent contributor (PDA parent)
Episode: Parenting as a PDAer
Shirleyann Haig
Guest expert and entrepreneur discussing passive income and parenting neurodivergent kids
Home Property Solutions / various passive income ventures
Episode: Beyond 9–5: How Passive Income Creates Space for Parenting Neurodivergent Kids
Tabitha Poole
Occupational therapist and ERIC trainer, specializes in continence and pediatric bladder/bowel health
ERIC (children's bowel and bladder charity)
Episode: Making the Loo Less Stressful: Gentle Approaches for PDA and Toileting
Laura Hellfeld
Independent nurse and sleep consultant, PDA Autistic ADHDer.
Episode: PDA and Sleep Challenges
Kirstie McStay
Autistic and ADHD advocate working with autistic young people at Spectrum Gaming
Spectrum Gaming
Episode: Supporting People with PMDD
Julia Daunt
An adult PDAer with experiences of distress behavior
Episode: Distressed Behaviours - a PDAers Perspective

Hosts

Rachel
Regular host of the discussion, offering insights on various PDA topics and personal experiences.
Dawn
Host of the podcast focusing on PDA discussions, sharing knowledge and community support.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 28 ratings
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    Such a clear and helpful podcast which has given me a better insight into my child’s behaviour.

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    Kitmoos
    United Kingdom4 years ago

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Many appreciate the blend of expert insights and personal anecdotes, making the information relatable and actionable.
Listeners have found the content to be exceptionally clear and informative, significantly aiding their understanding of PDA-related behaviors.

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Healthcare and PDA: From Avoidance to Access
Q: What are the most important reasonable adjustments a medical team should consider for a PDA patient in hospital?
Most important adjustments include allowing care to be delivered in the patient's preferred setting (often at home), providing a side room when possible, ensuring a pre-prepared hospital passport and respect form are read and followed, maintaining a calm, chatty, non-condescending tone, and clearly outlining what treatments will occur to avoid sudden, unexpected procedures.
Healthcare and PDA: From Avoidance to Access
Q: What kinds of barriers do PDAs and their families commonly face when trying to access medical care?
Barriers include the burden of the appointment process, being interrogated about needs, sensory overload, and the rigidity of healthcare procedures, which all increase anxiety and reduce capacity to comply or communicate effectively.
Parenting as a PDAer
Q: What was your parenting journey like as a PDAer?
It was eventful, starting with not knowing about PDA, then discovering it later, and learning to adapt through PDA-informed strategies which gradually improved the family dynamics.
Beyond 9–5: How Passive Income Creates Space for Parenting Neurodivergent Kids
Q: What does ethical property investing mean to you?
Ethical investing means everyone wins: providing quality affordable homes, maintaining tenants, and collaborating with councils to prevent evictions while building sustainable portfolios.
Beyond 9–5: How Passive Income Creates Space for Parenting Neurodivergent Kids
Q: What were the biggest challenges balancing work with raising neurodivergent kids?
Trying to maintain a calm, low-stress home while meeting the demands of school and work was nearly impossible, especially during COVID when home life and schooling collided and caused frequent outbursts.

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What is PDA Society Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The content focuses on Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA), a profile on the autism spectrum characterized by extreme demand avoidance and associated emotional and sensory challenges. Listeners are presented with practical strategies and insights into how to support individuals with PDA, as well as discussions with experts and personal experiences shared by PDAers themselves and their families. Episodes cover a wide array of topics, including education, emotional regulation, and parenting strategies, creating a comprehensive resource for understanding and managing PDA.

What sets this content apart is its combination of expert interviews, real-life experiences, and practical advice aimed at both individuals affected by PDA and the professio... more

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1. Keighly Murphy
2. Lyndsey Stokes
3. Linda Murphy
4. Riko Ryuki
5. Shirleyann Haig
6. Tabitha Poole
7. Laura Hellfeld
8. Kirstie McStay

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