Demand avoidance

There is increasing awareness around PDA (pathological demand avoidance), a subtype of autism. However PDA is sometimes conflated with Demand avoidance which is a normative human trait. Complicating matters Autistic demand avoidance is quite common. Demand avoidance is common among neurodivergent people. This blog post reviews the overlap and distinctions between demand avoidance and PDA.

Examples of the difference between Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA), an autism spectrum condition, and Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD)

Help for those that experience executive Dysfunction and Pathological Demand avoidance

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Learn about the PDA PANDA support strategies for the Pathological Demand Avoidance profile of Autism along with real-life examples of how to use them with a PDA child.

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Demand avoidance can be a real struggle for neurodiverse children (and their parents!). In this post, I define what demand avoidance really is. I also share examples of what it looks like in our everyday lives and my best advice for how to help. Even if you have never heard the term “Pathological Demand Avoidance,”...

Uncover the truth about Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) and its impact on children with autism. Learn how to support them with expert resources.

Understanding the symptoms of Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) and ADHD is crucial for parents navigating the complexities of neurodiverse behaviors. From difficulty with transitions to extreme emotional reactions, recognizing these signs empowers parents to provide targeted support for their child's unique needs. Explore our comprehensive guide to learn more about these symptoms and discover practical strategies for fostering a supportive environment for your child.

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Describing some of the main aspects of Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA)

Collaboration and negotiation are listed as helpful approaches for PDA. Let's look at why you should negotiate with your PDA child.

The term PDA stands for Pathological Demand Avoidance. This is widely understood to be a profile found within some autistic people. The most obvious

Helpful approaches with PDA – children Introduction Autism and the PDA profile are dimensional – this means that approaches need to be tailored for each individual child, applied flexibly and reviewed regularly. There is no wrong or right way to do things, it’s about learning as much as you can about PDA, finding out what works best

What is the low demand approach for PDA and why is it increasingly being implemented by Parents of PDA children?

Examples of the difference between Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA), an autism spectrum condition, and Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD)