WELCOME TO PRODIGIOUS PDA

PDA in Short…

Ever heard of Pathological Demand Avoidance? It’s a central nervous system disability that is part of the autism spectrum (AS). It is often confused with Oppositional Defiance Disorder or ODD.In short, your child isn’t attention-seeking or misbehaving....

Tenacity is Instinctual

Understanding the role of the 7 instincts will comfort and provide you with the knowledge to help your children. The 7 instincts of tenacity displayed by children are:1. Intuitive Optimism: “born believing”, in other words children don’t always need to learn by...

Secure Attachment Style – The Ultimate Goal

There is power to a parent showing up, so that children feel safe, seen, soothed and secure. However, showing up is the goal of parenting, creating a secure attachment style. A secure attachment increases children’s lifelong satisfaction and happiness. It optimizes...

Autism and Burnout

When there is low stress and your autistic child is feeling good they are able to access:• Socialising• Can participate in hobbies or their passions/interests• Anxiety is low and controllable• There is a feeling of contentment and happinessThis can slowly and without...