Developmental, Individual Differences, Relationship-Based (DIR/Floortime) Model

ASD, Developmental Approaches, Developmental, Individual Differences, Relationship-Based Model (DIR/Floortime), Learning Activities, Learning Disabilities and Disorders (Special Needs), Lesson Planning, Therapeutic Approach

The Developmental, Individual Differences, Relationship-Based (DIR/Floortime) Model is a comprehensive framework designed to support the developmental needs of children, especially those with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) or other developmental challenges. Dr....

Gestalt Language Processor

ASD, Learning Disabilities and Disorders (Special Needs), Lesson Planning

A Gestalt Language Processor (GLP) refers to individuals who process and understand language in larger chunks or “gestalts” rather than breaking it down word by word. This is often seen in some autistic individuals, where language development might follow...

Echolalia

ASD, Learning Disabilities and Disorders (Special Needs)

Echolalia is the repetition of words, phrases, or sounds that someone has heard immediately after hearing them or later. It’s commonly associated with conditions like autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Still, it can also occur in other situations, such as...

PDA Autistic Individuals Behaviors

ASD, PDA Autism

Pathological demand avoidance (PDA) autistic individuals find everyday tasks and demands overwhelming, which often leads to adverse behaviors to manage their anxiety. They strive to be and remain in control of themselves, their environment, and their actions....

Why does PDA Autism Demand Avoidance Happen?

ASD, Learning Disabilities and Disorders (Special Needs), PDA Autism

It is evident that there is a strong correlation between persistent and pronounced demand avoidance and a strong desire for control. However, this connection is not fully comprehended and further investigation is required. Certain studies, although of low quality,...

What is Pathological Demand Avoidance Autism?

ASD, PDA Autism

Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) is a profile on the autism spectrum characterized by an extreme avoidance of everyday demands and an anxiety-driven need to be in control. PDA individuals struggle with social communication, have difficulty managing emotions, and...