Shared experiences and coping strategies open the door to the realisation that they are not alone and feeling “different is ok”.’ Skilful Sally Cat enables PDAers to realise that other people feel the same. Everyone should read it to appreciate what life is like for PDAers.
‘With good humour and banter, this book demonstrates “the positive power of self-awareness” and understanding. To keep up to date with JKP’s current and upcoming books, you can sign up to their mailing list here and select the Pathological Demand Avoidance option, as well as any other subject areas of interest to you. This is a fascinating and sometimes very moving read. Sally Cat has successfully captured the essence of the online community in book form, making the valuable insights available to a wider audience, and creating a much-needed resource.
This book is a window into adult Pathological Demand Avoidance, exploring the variety of distinct PDA traits through the voices of over 70 people living with and affected by the condition. Sally Cat says,“To think of PDA as merely involving demand avoidance is akin to thinking of tigers as merely having stripes.” It aims to show the diversity and range of experiences among those with PDA, and to increase awareness and understanding of the diagnosis. PDA by PDAers is the first book written by and for adults with PDA, and as such is a unique and important work. It includes frank discussions of topics relevant to PDA, including work, relationships and managing meltdowns, making it a vital resource for both individuals and professionals.Ĭompiled by Sally Cat, who is herself an adult with PDA, this book is the latest in Jessica Kingsley Publishers’ growing range of PDA books, which includes Can I tell you about Pathological Demand Avoidance Syndrome? and Understanding Pathological Demand Avoidance Syndrome in Children, with more due for release throughout 2018, including Collaborative Approaches to Learning for Pupils with PDA. This new book is a collection of genuine insights and experiences from people living with Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA), adapted from their interactions on a popular online support group. PDA by PDAers: From Anxiety to Avoidance and Masking to Meltdowns.
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