PDA in the Therapy Room

A Clinician's Guide to Working with Children with Pathological Demand Avoidance

PDA in the Therapy Room
Raelene Dundon
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h226 x 150mm - 176pg
18 Feb 2021 UK
9781787753471
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Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) presents a unique challenge for professionals, whereby conventional therapy methods are often perceived as demands and met with opposition where they normally would have proven effective. This guide sets out the most effective strategies for clinicians to provide the best care for children with PDA, adapting conventional modes of therapy to suit their needs. Methods include indirect techniques such as play-based therapy or trauma-informed approaches enabling the child to process their experiences on their own terms. With additional guidance for supporting the families of patients and addressing common obstacles, this book provides understanding and guidance for professionals making a difference to the lives of children with PDA.
This wonderful, insightful, practical book beautifully explains PDA, why it exists and how best to offer support. It clearly separates demand avoidance from oppositional behaviour, explains why traditional therapies fail, and endorses current thinking on interoception, neurodiversity and universal design. At last supporting our PDAers through fostering safe therapeutic relationships is fully explained! -- Dr. Wenn B. Lawson (PhD) CPsychol AFBPsS MAP An outstanding blend of practical advice and theoretical understanding. This book will be an excellent resource for anyone supporting children and young people with PDA in a therapeutic role. -- Ruth Fidler, Education Consultant, complex autism
Raelene Dundon is the Director of Okey Dokey Childhood Psychology in Melbourne, Australia. Raelene has extensive experience working with children with developmental disabilities and their families, as well as typically developing children, providing educational, social, emotional and behavioural support.
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ISBN-13: 9781787753471
Published: 18 Feb 2021
Published In: United Kingdom
Imprint: Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Publisher: Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Format: Paperback
Height: 226mm
Width: 150mm
Spine: 14mm
Weight: 260g
Pages: 176

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