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PDA and ADHD: Understanding the Overlap and Key Differences (2026)

PDA and ADHD are frequently confused, and frequently co-occur. Learn the key differences, why both are so often missed together, and what support actually works when both profiles are present.

Stephanie Bermed - April 12, 2026

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Teens & Adults

Pathological Demand Avoidance in Adults: Signs, Diagnosis & Daily Life (2026)

Pathological demand avoidance in adults looks different than in children. Learn the key signs, why diagnosis is so often missed, and practical daily strategies that actually work.

Stephanie Bermed - April 12, 2026

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Teens & Adults

Adult ADHD Daily Systems | 30 Printable Routines for Real Life Structure

Struggling to start, stay on track, or wind down? This 38-page printable system was built for the adult ADHD brain, not the brain you wish you had.

Stephanie Bermed - April 11, 2026

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Accommodations

504 Accommodation Bank for ADHD: Free PDF Guide (2026)

Download the free 504 accommodation bank for ADHD (21-page PDF). 120+ accommodations by domain, meeting scripts, BERMED FOCUS framework, ready to use.

Stephanie Bermed - April 8, 2026

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Classroom

Effective 504 Accommodations for ADHD: The Complete Parent List 2026

The complete list of 504 accommodations for ADHD, organized by domain, evidence-rated, and ready to bring to your next school meeting. Updated 2026

Stephanie Bermed - April 8, 2026

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Classroom

PDA IEP Planning: Accommodations, Goals & Regulation Supports 2026

rite a neuroaffirmative IEP for PDA students: SMART goals, accommodations, regulation supports & the BERMED PLAN framework. Research-based. 2026

Stephanie Bermed - April 8, 2026

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Autism and Echolalia: Understanding Function Before Labeling Behavior (2026)

Echolalia in autism is not a behavior problem, it's communication. Learn what each type signals, what teachers miss, and how to respond without suppressing.

Stephanie Bermed - April 7, 2026

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Classroom

IEP Goals for RSD Students: Writing Goals That Reduce Emotional Barriers

IEP goals for RSD students: complete SMART goal bank for rejection sensitive dysphoria covering emotional regulation, error tolerance & self-advocacy. Updated 2026.

Stephanie Bermed - April 6, 2026

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Clear, evidence-based guides to understanding autism, ADHD, dyslexia, PDA, and other neurodivergent conditions, written for parents, teachers, and anyone supporting a child or adult with special needs.