Learning and Development

Neurodivergent children and young people in care: Understanding, Behaviours & Strategies
FFoster CareKKinshipPPermanent Care
Online
Date: April 21
Time: 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Christina Keeble
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Infancy, Toddlers, Early Childhood, Primary School, Adolescence, Child Health and Wellbeing, Trauma Informed Care

Supporting Autistic Children with a Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) Profile

Time: 10.00am – 1.00pm (3 hours)

Date: Tuesday 21 April

Location: Online (Zoom)

Presented by: Christina Keeble

This webinar will provide carers with a well-rounded introduction to the Autistic profile of Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA), also known as Persistent Drive for Autonomy, along with related strategies.

As a result of participation in this activity carers will:

  • Have an understanding of what demand avoidance is including the different types of demand avoidance and when it becomes a problem
  • Have an understanding of the potential ‘why’s your PDA child or young person may respond with certain behaviour and why certain strategies aren’t working
  • Have added some strategies to your current caring toolbox
  • Have resources to explore further
  • Increase your confidence in your understanding of PDA
  • Increase your confidence in supporting the PDA child or young person in your care

This session is presented by Christina Keeble, an Autistic ADHDer and proud parent to two neurodivergent children. Christina blends her lived experience with extensive professional expertise across education, psychology, and inclusion. She has a Bachelor of Psychology (Honours), a Master’s in Special Education, and a Graduate Diploma in Primary and Early Childhood Teaching. Christina has delivered impactful keynotes, training, and workshops to diverse audiences across Australia for almost 10 years.

The session is designed for kinship, foster and permanent carers.

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