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Understanding Pathological Demand Avoidance Syndrome in Children: A Guide for Parents, Teachers and Other Professionals (JKP Essentials) Paperback – September 15, 2011

by Phil Christie (Author), Margaret Duncan (Author), Ruth Fidler (Author),
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This straightforward guide offers a complete overview of Pathological Demand Avoidance Syndrome (PDA) and gives practical advice for overcoming the difficulties it poses in a wide range of contexts from diagnosis through to adulthood. Starting with an exploration into the background of PDA that answers many of the immediate questions triggered when a child is first diagnosed, the book goes on to look at the impact of the condition on different areas of the child's life and what can be done to help. The authors present useful information on early intervention options and workable strategies for managing PDA positively on a day-to-day basis. They also examine ways to minimize common difficulties that may be encountered at home and school, making life easier for the child, family and peers. The final chapters tackle new problems that can arise when the teenage years hit and how to assist a successful transition from adolescence to adulthood. Illustrative case examples are included throughout, and the book concludes with a list of valuable resources for further information and advice. Full of helpful guidance and support, this user-friendly introductory handbook is essential reading for anyone caring for, or working with, children with PDA.
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[This book] written by professionals and parents, it is highly accessible, illustrated by a wealth of case studies and provides practical strategies and approaches covering both the home and school context for managing children with PDA. In terms of addressing the underlying anxiety-driven need of these children, there is a useful section on developing emotional well-being and self-awareness in children with PDA. This book provides a very useful overview and practical resource which all educational psychologists should find helpful -- Debate

This book is a useful addition to the literature available on understanding and managing PDA in children and will be an excellent resource for those working and living with children with PDA on a daily basis. -- Child and Adolescent Mental Health

Professionals working with children presenting PDA behaviour would be able to use the book as a "bible", since the sub-headings allow access to information quickly and easily... This book offers good guidance, understanding, advice and solutions to parents, teachers and everyone involved with a child presenting PDA. -- Special Children

This book is full of helpful guidance and support for anyone caring for, or working with, children with Pathological Demand Avoidance Syndrome (PDS)... This is a comprehensive, user-friendly introductory handbook that offers practical advice for overcoming difficulties from diagnosis through to adulthood. -- Cerebra

Pathological Demand Avoidance Syndrome, as a sub-group on the autism spectrum, is now recognised, as are the implications for management and support, particularly in education settings. This book is invaluable in helping parents and professionals identify, understand and support this very complex group. -- Dr Jacqui Ashton Smith, Principal, Helen Allison School, National Autistic Society

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Straightforward guide to understanding PDA for anyone needing an overview of the condition

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ 1849050740
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Jessica Kingsley Publishers; 1st edition (September 15, 2011)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 208 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 9781849050746
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1849050746
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 13.3 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6.77 x 0.71 x 9.61 inches
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Stephanie Kenniburg
5.0 out of 5 stars A very helpful and easy-to-understand book on PDA!
Reviewed in the United States on January 5, 2017
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This is the information I have been waiting to hear that finally describes my child. This book is well written, very easy for parents to understand, gives great advice in an educational setting. This has been so helpful in understanding the needs of my son, and gives good insight and techniques in how to work with him and parent him according to his needs.
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Linda
5.0 out of 5 stars Life Changing
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Finally able to put words to my sons behavior and struggles. So helpful.
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Mature man
4.0 out of 5 stars Very good, up to date, informative
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Informative about upcoming probable diagnosis.
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Cindi Long
5.0 out of 5 stars Great book to understand this condition that is usually labeled ...
Reviewed in the United States on January 14, 2015
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Great book to understand this condition that is usually labeled bratty kid syndrome in the USA. If you suspect something isn't right but your child is more social than you've been led to believe a kid with autism would be, and more verbal, then read this book. We need to raise awareness of this issue.
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Reviewed in the United States on November 22, 2011
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This book was excellent and I'm so pleased that I was able to order it through Amazon. This book was very easy to read and did not present like a textbook.
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Bouncethecat
3.0 out of 5 stars For Parents and Teachers of Younger Kids, NOT Teens
Reviewed in the United States on November 25, 2023
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This is a good book for parents with young children with PDA. While I know research is limited, there was almost nothing about late diagnosis and helping ASD1/PDA teens.
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Surge
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent resource.
Reviewed in the United States on August 10, 2018
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This book really helped me to gain perspective on how to address the unique needs of my child.
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Tamara
5.0 out of 5 stars simple, good read
Reviewed in the United States on September 28, 2018
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Very simple language.
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Fernando Boccolini Filho
5.0 out of 5 stars Leitura indispensável
Reviewed in Brazil on December 19, 2023
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Um livro precioso para pais, avós e profissionais que lidam com crianças diagnosticadas com PDA. De aplicação prática imediata, permite entender os comportamentos dessas crianças e com isso ter maior condição de lidar com as situações que se venham a enfrentar.
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Lucy Ross
5.0 out of 5 stars Changed mine and my son's lives!
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on November 6, 2023
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I can't describe my gratitude to the authors of this book and the original Professor who undertook the cases of PDA kids. My relationship with my son was at rock bottom and someone suggested (thankfully) it could be PDA. This book really shows that although your child may fly under the radar for 'typical' autism, even with mental health professionals, they show the nuanced traits of children described in this book. I now understand my son completely and peace has been restored on our household. Our relationship has dramtaically improved. I also recommend books and webinars by Dr Naomi Fisher who has an amazing understanding of PDA. Fantastic, informative and life-changing book that was the catalyst for change for the better!
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Zoe
5.0 out of 5 stars Utilissimo e prezioso.
Reviewed in Italy on January 26, 2018
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Un testo chiaro e ricchissimo di idee e di risorse concretamente utili per aiutare le persone con PDA. Un libro che tutti i genitori, gli educatori, i neuropsichiarti e professionisti che si occupano di autismo o di ragazzi particolarmente difficili dovrebbero leggere, per imparare a diagnosticare e affrontare questo particolare aspetto dello Spettro Autistico ancora troppo poco conosciuto, non diagnosticato e sottostimato.
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Fred
5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
Reviewed in Canada on April 25, 2016
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Amazing resource. Thorough.
Case studies. Found very helpful
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naoko.m
5.0 out of 5 stars 病理的要求回避症候群
Reviewed in Japan on March 28, 2016
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自閉症スペクトラムのひとつと位置付けられている、PDA (Pathological Demand Avoidance syndrome)　という概念の存在を知り、興味を持ち最初に手にした本です。
私は心理学や自閉症の専門家ではないので、読み方としては、我が子がPDAであったらという親の側に立って読みました。子供の側の”不安感”がすべての源であり、それが為に、自分が支配できない他者からの要求を、様々な手立てで忌避するというのがPDAという名の由縁です。
英語を読むことにある程度慣れている人ならば楽に読める、非常に読みやすい英語で書かれています。（校正もかなりしっかりしています。）
PDAについて概説を知るには良い本だと思いました。
ただあくまでも英国国内に向けての書籍であるのか、”我が子にこれに似た症状がある”という日本の親が頼りにする本としては、診断やサポートの態勢、教育体制など彼我の違いが大きく、即参考にはならない部分もあります。（第４章など）
読後、ずしりと胸にこたえる症例などもあり、（例えば娘が初経後、２４時間のうち２０時間、３日間トイレに座っていたなど）、PDAには親や教師のflexibilityが大切という事がわかると余計に、日本国内ではどのような支援が受けられるのかが一番気になりました。
自分が親ならば、適切な支援なしには、”常に穏やかでいて融通性を持った対処”　はできない気がするからです。
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