Here you will find a list of support groups, websites, blogs & other useful resources on PDA.
FACEBOOK SUPPORT
The first & biggest international support group for parents & carers – The PDA Group
Support group for adults with PDA & other ASD’s – Adult PDA Support Network
Support & advice for those working with children & adults with PDA – PDA Professionals Group
Support for parents & carers who parent autonomously – PDA Autonomous Parenting Support
Support for parents & carers of teenagers with PDA – PDA Teen Support
WEBSITES & ONLINE FORUMS
pdakids.org – Online support forum for children with PDA
The PDA Society – Online support & advice, resources & useful links
The PDA Resource – Resources & useful links
National Autistic Society – Support & advice from the National Autistic Society
BLOGS
whatitmeanstpfeel.wordpress.com
spectrumbloggers.wordpress.com
BOOKS & PUBLICATIONS
Understanding Pathological Demand Avoidance Syndrome in Children by Phil Christie, Ruth Fidler, Margaret Duncan & Zara Healy
Ultraviolet Voices – chapter 14 is written by an adult with PDA
Can I tell you about Pathological Demand Avoidance Syndrome?: A guide for friends, family & professionals by Ruth Fidler & Phil Christie
My Daughter Is Not Naughty by Jane Sherwin
A Guide to Mental Health Issues in Girls & Young Women on the Autism Spectrum by Dr. Judy Eaton
RESEARCH
TRAINING & CONSULTANCY
Help 4 Psychology – Assessment, diagnosis & support for children, adults & their families
Autism East Midlands – Information on diagnosis at the Elizabeth Newson Centre
Side By Side – Coaching in PDA for parents & professionals
The Lorna Wing Centre – Information on diagnosis for children & adults
Me, Myself and PDA 