Understanding Pathological Demand Avoidance Webinar | April 29, 2025 Join us for Understanding Pathological Demand Avoidance, a 1-hour webinar presented by Karen Bearss, Ph.D., Vice President of Caregiver-Mediated Solutions at Catalight. This session offers a comprehensive overview of Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA), focusing on clinical characteristics, the intersection between PDA and Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), and practical strategies for supporting youth with demand-avoidant traits. Participants will explore current conversations in the field, learn how to differentiate PDA from other behavioral profiles, and gain tools for applying PDA-informed, neurodiversity-affirming approaches in clinical practice. Key Takeaways Current perspectives on Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) Recognition of key clinical characteristics and understanding how PDA intersects with Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Provide practical strategies for supporting PDA youth through parent-mediated interventions and applying a neurodiversity-affirming, individualized approach to care Event Details On-Demand: April 29, 2025 Cost: $25 CEU: 1 Register Now Speaker Karen Bearss, Ph.D.Vice President, Caregiver-Mediated Solutions, Catalight IACET Accreditation Catalight is accredited by the International Accreditors for Continuing Education and Training (IACET) and offers IACET CEUs for its learning events that comply with the ANSI/IACET Continuing Education and Training Standard. IACET is recognized internationally as a standard development organization and accrediting body that promotes quality of continuing education and training. About Catalight Classroom Catalight Classroom is the premier online learning platform in the I/DD and autism fields, giving you the tools to expand your practice and improve client experiences and outcomes. Access high-quality, on-demand professional development through advanced certificate programs, continuing education, courses, and webinars. ENROLL TODAY
