SLP 295: What does that Acronym / Abbreviation Mean? I have created a cheat sheet for you

Sue Larkey Podcast - Autism (ASD), ADHD, ODD and PDA education · Apr 28, 2025 · 45m

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In this episode, we will discuss:

✅ Autism classified into three levels, though spectrum is broader.

✅ Level 1 mirrors high-functioning autism, formerly called Asperger's.

✅ ODD involves persistent defiance toward authority figures.

✅ PDA denotes extreme demand avoidance, not an official diagnosis.

✅ ADHD shows inattention, autism lacks social understanding.

✅ Quiet autistic children can struggle unnoticed, causing meltdowns later.

✅ Collaborative empathy essential…