Articles

Many schools claim to be "Autism Friendly" by offering structure and predictable routines, but for a child with a Pervasive Demand Avoidance (PDA)profile, these exact same strategies can often feel like a threat. This article breaks down the fundamental differences between traditional ASD support and the high-autonomy, low-demand environment required for PDAers to thrive. Learn how to identify which educational approach truly supports your child's unique nervous system.

The "Hook, Line and Sinker": From Poop Transplants to PDA: why your child's gut is the second brain you can't ignore. After 20 years in the classroom, and a health journey that took a detour into the surreal, I'm breaking down the science of the gut-brain axis. Discover why settling the storm in the belly is the secret to supporting neurodiverse "noenoes" - and why I'm politely declining "juju" medical advice.

This article is me telling the hard and dirty truth about the lack of neurodiversity teaching, support and awareness in the schooling landscape in Cape Town - specifically the Western Seaboard. I also provide a cheat sheet that you can use to vet schools before you even step through the door.

From "I'm an alien" to a solo mall run! Follow the hilarious and heart-warming journey of my PDA teen's first independent outing. A survival story about sensory hangovers, tipping mishaps, and the long road to neurodivergent independence.

Stop carrying a filing cabinet of reports. Discover the "Neurodiversity Pass" - a quick-reference guide created by me, Andrea Grant, tailor-made for your individual child - to help teachers and other caregivers to understand your child's sensory and emotional needs without stigma.