READY TO PRESENT WITH SPEAKER NOTES AND AUDIENCE QUESTIONSThis graduate-level lecture examines Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) within autism through a neuro-affirming, communication-centered lens relevant to speech-language pathology practice. Participants will explore the defining characteristics of PDA, including anxiety-driven avoidance, nervous system dysregulation, social strategies used to avoid demands, and the complex relationship between autonomy, executive functioning, sensory proc
Complete this form during language sampling to identify strengths and weaknesses in pragmatic language. This form may be used alone or as part of an evaluation. This form was created for neuro-divergent students but may be utilized with all ages and developmental levels.
This is a template for the behavioral observations for therapy and assessments. It is geared toward neuro-divergent students but may be used with all ages and abilities. Observed areas include testing attitude, effort, response time, attention, and accommodations. Behavioral observations during testing are an integral part of describing the validity of the testing results.