Frequently Asked Questions
This is a quick link guide to the most frequently asked questions our enquiry line service receives about PDA …
Is a PDA profile of autism a good fit for me or my child?
Only an experienced clinician would be able to say whether a PDA profile of autism is a good fit for you or your child, after undertaking a very detailed assessment. There’s a wealth of information on our website which will help give you a good understanding of PDA, these are good starting points:
National Development Team for Inclusion – introduction to PDA webinar
PDA case studies – understanding the lived experience
How is PDA assessed/diagnosed?
Please see detailed information on the diagnostic pathway for children and diagnostic pathway for adults.
PDA Development Group – what makes a good diagnostic assessment
PDA Society statement on diagnostic terminology
How do I access support?
Support groups – local and online
Self-help, coping strategies & therapies for adults
Support & advice (children) and Pathway to support (adults) – signposts to many helpful organisations
Share materials from the PDA Society such as PDA P A N D A infographic and Keys to Care and the NDTI webinar, to help others understand how to support you/your child.
How do I get support at school/work?
Support & advice (children) and Pathway to support (adults) – signposts to many helpful organisations
What approaches are helpful with PDA?
Self-help, coping strategies & therapies for adults
Is there training available on PDA?
Please see our training pages
What information is there for professionals?
Please see our Working with PDA pages