On this week’s episode of Love Needs No Words we are joined by Jessie Townz who has a 7-year-old boy with a Pathological Demand Avoidance Profile. Jessie home educated her son for two years whilst navigating the school system and explains to us that at its worst, her son's behaviour can be so overpowering and controlling, it can feel like you are in an abusive relationship.With still little understanding of PDA in society, Jessie through her instagram page @mrsjessietownz is raising awareness and supporting other parents who have children with a PDA profile. As well as offering support to teachers and learning staff who have a PDA’ers in their setting. For more information you can head to the PDA Society Website: https://www.pdasociety.org.uk/Thank you for listening xPlease like and Subscribe and Leave a comment wherever you get your podcasts :)** If you want to get in touch with any guest ideas or topics you would like us to discuss...here's how:DM us on Instagram: @love_needsnowordsOr message us on Facebook - Love Needs No Words.**Support the showParenting a child with Special Educational Needs isn't easy but I think we can all agree it is incredibly rewarding...Join Kirsty and Amy as they discuss the highs and lows of parenting a child on the spectrum.They will also be chatting to a variety of guests who will share their thoughts and insights of being a part of this wonderful world of different.

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