Teaching pupils with PDA (pathological demand avoidance) can be draining and frustrating. The key to success is understanding what's driving your student's resistance to demands.

In this episode, we interview Ruth Fidler, expert and author on the subject of PDA. She reveals the best way of supporting children with PDA in the classroom - and explains what kinds of strategies are effective (and what to avoid).

Important links:

Collaborative Approaches to Learning for Pupils with PDA: Strategies for Education Professionals

Understanding Pathological Demand Avoidance Syndrome in Children

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