by Andrei | May 2, 2025
This paper by Elizabeth Newson and colleagues aimed to establish Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) as a distinct condition within the Pervasive Developmental Disorders (PDDs), now classified as Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD). Newson identified a group of children...
by Andrei | May 2, 2025
This case study explores strategies for helping a young boy with Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) engage in play, develop social skills, and build positive relationships. Recognising that traditional parenting techniques may not be effective for children with PDA,...
by Andrei | May 2, 2025
This paper presents a case study of a young woman diagnosed with Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) while in a low secure hospital. The study highlights the importance of accurate assessment in residential and secure settings, as misdiagnosis or inappropriate...
by Andrei | May 2, 2025
This paper details the development of the Extreme Demand Avoidance Questionnaire (EDA-Q), a tool designed to measure PDA traits based on parent-reported behaviours. Published in 2013, when awareness of PDA was growing among professionals, the study aimed to test the...
by Andrei | May 2, 2025
This paper presents four case studies exploring the relationship between Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) and epilepsy in children. The study highlights the complexity of neurodevelopmental conditions and the frequent overlap of multiple diagnoses. The case studies...
