Demand Avoidance (PDA) Comprehensive Demand Avoidance Deficit & Anxiety Management Facilitator

This course provides an in-depth understanding and skillset for professionals aiming to support individuals with Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA), particularly focusing on the connection between PDA and anxiety. You will gain knowledge about the assessment, management, and personalised support strategies required to address PDA effectively. The course offers a holistic approach by involving families and communities while providing long-term support frameworks.

Course Objectives:

To understand the complexities of PDA and its relationship with anxiety.
To identify effective strategies for assessment and personalised intervention.
To equip professionals with tools for reducing anxiety and facilitating positive behavior.
To engage families and communities in the support process for long-term success.

This course is ideal for educators, psychologists, counselors, and healthcare professionals aiming to specialise in managing PDA and anxiety in various settings.

Module 1: Introduction to Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA)

Module 2: The Role of Anxiety in PDA

Module 3: Assessment & Identification of PDA

Module 4: Strategies for Reducing Anxiety in PDA

Module 5: Behavioral Interventions for Demand Avoidance

Module 6: Environmental Modifications & Supportive Frameworks

Module 7: Facilitating Personalised Support Plans

Module 8: Family & Community Support for PDA

Module 9: Facilitating Group Sessions & Workshops

Module 10: Long-Term Success & Progress Monitoring

Course Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of the Comprehensive Demand Avoidance (PDA) & Anxiety Management Facilitator Course, participants will be equipped with the following knowledge and skills:

This course will empower professionals to make meaningful and lasting changes in the lives of individuals with PDA, helping them thrive in their environments with confidence and reduced anxiety.

Who is the Course For?

The Comprehensive Demand Avoidance (PDA) & Anxiety Management Facilitator Course is designed for a wide range of professionals who work with individuals with PDA or those who exhibit similar demand-avoidant behaviors linked to anxiety. The course is particularly suited for:

Educators:
- Special Education Teachers: To better understand and support students with PDA in educational settings, tailoring strategies for reducing demand-related anxiety in the classroom.
- Mainstream Teachers: For those working with students who may have undiagnosed PDA or other demand-avoidant behaviors, seeking strategies to enhance student engagement.
Psychologists and Therapists:
- Clinical Psychologists: To deepen knowledge on assessing, diagnosing, and treating PDA in children, adolescents, and adults.
- Counselors and Psychotherapists: For professionals providing one-on-one therapy, the course equips them with specialized strategies to address anxiety and demand avoidance in their clients.
- Behavioral Therapists: To learn about intervention techniques that address the unique behavioral challenges posed by PDA.
Healthcare Professionals:
- Pediatricians: To recognize the signs of PDA and anxiety in their patients and recommend appropriate interventions or referrals.
- Occupational Therapists: To help individuals with PDA manage everyday tasks and reduce demand-related anxiety by making environmental and sensory adjustments.
Social Workers and Case Managers:
- For those working with families and individuals with neurodevelopmental conditions, this course will help in planning long-term care and ensuring that community resources are effectively utilized to support those with PDA.
Parents and Caregivers:
- Parents of Children with PDA: To gain a better understanding of their child's behaviors and learn practical strategies to reduce anxiety and improve day-to-day interactions.
- Caregivers: For those involved in the care of individuals with PDA, this course offers tools to create more supportive and accommodating environments at home.
Community and Support Group Leaders:
- Youth Workers and Community Organisers: To provide group sessions, workshops, and social opportunities for individuals with PDA, ensuring their participation in community activities and peer support.
School Counselors and Educational Psychologists:
- For professionals who work directly with students and schools to support students with special needs, offering them advanced tools to identify, assess, and create individualized support plans for PDA.
Advocates and Policy Makers:
- Those involved in creating educational policies or support frameworks for individuals with neurodevelopmental conditions can use this course to ensure that PDA-specific needs are addressed in their programs.

Why This Course is Relevant:

With increasing awareness of Pathological Demand Avoidance and the importance of addressing mental health in various professional fields, this course is vital for anyone looking to provide specialised, compassionate, and effective support to individuals with PDA. It offers tools that can be applied across educational, therapeutic, healthcare, and community settings, helping professionals foster better long-term outcomes for those they serve.

Price- £150 per person