Speech and Language in School
Speech and Language In School
What is the affect of speech, language and communication needs on a child’s educational attainment and what can be done to help?
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Our Packages
The need for speech and language support doesn’t stop after the foundation year. This is why our support packages cover ages 4 to 14. Discover how they can help.
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The Link Community
The Link Community
Our collection of FREE resource materials for schools. The Ultimate Guide to SLCN, The Link Magazine and Library, the Blog for all things speech and language related, the monthly Speech & Language Newsletter, the Parent speech and language support portal, printable resources for your classroom and a free speech and language audit for schools! Plus, free access to our annual conference for SENCos, TAs, LSAs and everyone who needs to support children with SLCN in school.
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Working with You
We will support any umbrella organisation working with its schools to improve support for speech and language. Find out how we work with local authorities, MATs, commissioners, schools, speech and language therapists and parents.
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About Us
We’ve been supporting speech and language for twenty years. Find out about our latest projects and awards here and keep up to date with our news.
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Articles by Libby Hill

January 1, 2020

Issue 16, Page 4-5: Understanding Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA)

What is PDA? Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) is increasingly recognised as one of the autism spectrum profiles. People with PDA share some features with others on...