The Autism Little Learners Podcast

#117 - Pathological Demand Avoidance Explained – With Dr. Casey Ehrlich


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We're bringing back this powerful episode because this topic is that important.

Have you heard of PDA? How about autism and PDA? PDA stands for Pathological Demand Avoidance, and it's a term you're likely hearing more and more in the autism community.

This conversation with Casey Ehrlich, Ph.D. was eye-opening, informative, and deeply validating. If you're a parent or educator supporting an autistic child who seems to resist or avoid everyday demands, this episode is a must-listen.

Whether it's your first time hearing it or a refresher, don't miss this one. It could change how you see and support your child or student.

Topics Discussed:

  • What is PDA?
  • Characteristics of PDA
  • PDA and the nervous system
  • Autism and PDA
  • Why typical teaching strategies don't work
  • How autonomy can help
  • What is "strewing" and how can it help PDA kids?
  • Strategies to support autistic PDA children

Watch this interview on YouTube: https://youtu.be/lUlAEeb_xxM?si=wyKBwX2yL1lAFRsE

Links Mentioned In This Episode:

IG: https://www.instagram.com/atpeaceparents/

FB: https://www.facebook.com/atpeaceparents

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@atpeaceparents

At Peace Parents Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/at-peace-parents-podcast/id1654924910

Here is the link to Casey's free Clarity Masterclass: https://www.atpeaceparents.com/opt-in-eec01613-fd48-49bd-a608-6b9ffd19588b

Website: www.atpeaceparents.com

Declarative Language Handbook: https://amzn.to/41WJPsn

Adult PDAers mentioned by Casey:

@rabbishoshana - Shoshana Meira Friedman

@demi.not.lovato - Demi Burnett

@kendahldamashek - Kendahl Damashek

@in.play.we.trust - Katherine Aurora Callahan

@neuroclastic

Sally Cat on Facebook

You may also be interested in these supports:

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  2. Visual Supports Facebook Group

  3. Autism Little Learners on Instagram

  4. Autism Little Learners on Facebook

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