Pathological Demand Avoidance: Family on struggle for education

The family of a disabled 10-year-old boy from West Yorkshire have spoken of their frustration as he struggles to find a school place.

Joshua is autistic and is believed to have a condition known as pathological demand avoidance (PDA), which can make everyday tasks almost impossible.

He has been learning at home for two years after being refused a place at four schools in Leeds.

Now, his family hope he can finally get a place at a school in North Yorkshire.

5 March 2022