Join us on PDA Day for a full day free virtual event by PDA North America! This event offers a day full of live Q&A sessions/discussions with various experts in the PDA community and will be recorded and sent to all who register. By registering, you will get the recording for all six Q&As! This is your opportunity to do a deep dive, ask your burning questions about PDA and get them answered live!  

Whether you're a PDAer, parent, caregiver, educator, or professional, you'll have the opportunity to engage directly with knowledgeable speakers on a variety of essential topics relating to PDA.

Please submit questions for all sessions here 

Agenda (All times in CDT):

• 9:30 AM –  Q&A on PDA Assessment with Dr. Jenna Cacciola (Child Psychologist): Gain insights into the PDA assessment process, including how to identify PDA traits and what to look for in a psychologist assessing for PDA.

• 11:00 AM – Q&A on Communication with PDAers led by Danielle Sullivan of Neurodiverging: Learn practical, compassionate communication strategies to reduce conflict and foster understanding in interactions with individuals with PDA.

• 12:00 PM – Q&A on Burnout Recovery with Rabbi Shoshana Meira Friedman (Adult PDAer & founder of The PDA Safe Circle) Understand the signs of PDA burnout and explore effective ways for to recover.

• 1:30 PM – Q&A on Alternative Education Methods or PDAers with Claire Jakubiszyn (Blazing Star School): Explore educational approaches tailored to the needs of individuals with PDA and unique approaches to supporting PDA students.

• 3:00 PM – Q&A on Advocacy for PDAers with Diane Gould,Founder & Executive Director of PDA North America: Reflect on the mission of PDA North America and learn about the resources, support, and advocacy efforts available for families and individuals impacted by PDA.

• 4:30 PM –  Q&A on Finding Community with Helen Lowery: Discover how building a supportive community can make all the difference for individuals with PDA and their families.

Take advantage of this day full of free offerings to interact with our community and gain valuable knowledge to help make a difference in the lives of PDA individuals and their families.

Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of a day dedicated to increasing understanding, fostering support, and sharing practical strategies for living with PDA. 

Donate today to support PDA North America's mission to create more resources and supports for the PDA Community.

We look forward to seeing you there!