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A Practical Parent's Guide to PDA and Autism: Reduce Meltdowns, Navigate Diagnosis & Access School, Insurance and Financial Resources to Transform Your Life Now
Transform Meltdowns into Your Complete Guide to Parenting Children with PDA and Autism
Are you exhausted from parenting a child who seems different, but you're not sure why? Whether you're struggling to get a diagnosis, already know your child has PDA, autism, or both, or are simply tired of advice that doesn't work, this guide offers real solutions.
Do you recognize these daily struggles?
You suspect PDA or autism but don't know how to start the diagnostic processYour child's extreme demand avoidance makes even simple requests impossibleSensory overload triggers intense meltdowns that leave everyone exhaustedYou're overwhelmed trying to choose between different therapiesTraditional autism strategies aren't working because PDA requires a different approachSchool administrators don't understand PDA's unique needs, making advocacy a constant battle
You're not alone - no matter where in the world you are. The challenges of raising a child with PDA and autism aren't limited by borders, and neither are the solutions. Your purchase includes access to international support directories covering over 18 countries, ensuring families worldwide can access local support. From Australia to the UK, Canada to New Zealand, you'll gain access to curated, country-specific support groups, services, and resources tailored to your location.
This book provides the roadmap you've been searching for, combining practical strategies with step-by-step guidance. Written by Michelle Davis, a healthcare policy expert and mother of a child with autism and PDA, this isn't another clinical manual—it's your practical guide to creating real change, whether you're in Boston or Brisbane.
Inside, you'll
✔ Complete Diagnostic Guide:
Understanding the signs of PDA and autismNavigating the evaluation processDocumentation and assessments neededFinding the right healthcare providers ✔ Essential Financial Resource Access:
Securing Medicaid and SSI benefits and supportInsurance coverage for therapiesAccessing grants and financial assistanceUnderstanding special needs planning ✔ Education & Family Solutions:
Winning school accommodations (IEPs & 504 Plans)Strategies for homeschooling and charter schoolsSupporting siblings and maintaining family balanceManaging public spaces and social situations ✔ Therapy Solutions:
Understanding different therapy options (OT, Speech, CBT, and more)Choosing therapeutic approachesMaking therapy work with PDAAffordable therapy alternatives ✔ PDA Management Toolbox:
Proven strategies for managing demand avoidanceStep-by-step techniques for preventing meltdownsMethods for reducing anxiety that actually workWays to build independence while respecting PDA needs
Are you exhausted from parenting a child who seems different, but you're not sure why? Whether you're struggling to get a diagnosis, already know your child has PDA, autism, or both, or are simply tired of advice that doesn't work, this guide offers real solutions.
Do you recognize these daily struggles?
You suspect PDA or autism but don't know how to start the diagnostic processYour child's extreme demand avoidance makes even simple requests impossibleSensory overload triggers intense meltdowns that leave everyone exhaustedYou're overwhelmed trying to choose between different therapiesTraditional autism strategies aren't working because PDA requires a different approachSchool administrators don't understand PDA's unique needs, making advocacy a constant battle
You're not alone - no matter where in the world you are. The challenges of raising a child with PDA and autism aren't limited by borders, and neither are the solutions. Your purchase includes access to international support directories covering over 18 countries, ensuring families worldwide can access local support. From Australia to the UK, Canada to New Zealand, you'll gain access to curated, country-specific support groups, services, and resources tailored to your location.
This book provides the roadmap you've been searching for, combining practical strategies with step-by-step guidance. Written by Michelle Davis, a healthcare policy expert and mother of a child with autism and PDA, this isn't another clinical manual—it's your practical guide to creating real change, whether you're in Boston or Brisbane.
Inside, you'll
✔ Complete Diagnostic Guide:
Understanding the signs of PDA and autismNavigating the evaluation processDocumentation and assessments neededFinding the right healthcare providers ✔ Essential Financial Resource Access:
Securing Medicaid and SSI benefits and supportInsurance coverage for therapiesAccessing grants and financial assistanceUnderstanding special needs planning ✔ Education & Family Solutions:
Winning school accommodations (IEPs & 504 Plans)Strategies for homeschooling and charter schoolsSupporting siblings and maintaining family balanceManaging public spaces and social situations ✔ Therapy Solutions:
Understanding different therapy options (OT, Speech, CBT, and more)Choosing therapeutic approachesMaking therapy work with PDAAffordable therapy alternatives ✔ PDA Management Toolbox:
Proven strategies for managing demand avoidanceStep-by-step techniques for preventing meltdownsMethods for reducing anxiety that actually workWays to build independence while respecting PDA needs
266 pages, Paperback
Published February 22, 2025
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