Alongside the PDA training hub (which launches next week) we’re releasing a new podcast, a low-demand way to listen to PDAers, parents and experts about the ups and downs of life with PDA. We hope you’ll find each episode of this new series full of relatable stories and experiences that will help you feel connected – and know that you aren’t alone. Our first episode considers resilience as a parent or carer, and how we can keep putting one foot in front of the other when our resources are low. Y

5 things you should know before working with a PDA student 👇 1️⃣ They always detect agendas. You can’t fake it - authenticity is everything. 2️⃣ Your body language tells them more than your words ever will. Stay calm, stay safe. 3️⃣ Rules need a purpose. If they’re arbitrary, they’re going to be broken. 4️⃣ Recognise when you get it wrong. Repair builds more trust than perfection ever could. 5️⃣ If you’re not ready to join in with their interest, you’ll struggle to connect. Interests aren’t hob