by Andrei | May 2, 2025
This study explores the educational experiences of children with Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) through parent-reported questionnaires. It aims to provide insight for educators and parents navigating the education system with a PDA child. Findings confirm that...
by Andrei | May 2, 2025
This poster summarises research on the behavioural features of extreme/pathological demand avoidance (PDA) using a semi-structured interview with parents of children diagnosed with autism who also displayed PDA traits. The study identified key areas of difficulty,...
by Andrei | May 2, 2025
This study examines parents’ experiences of working with professionals to support children with Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA). PDA is characterised by an extreme difficulty in tolerating everyday demands, leading to avoidance behaviours often described as...
by Andrei | May 2, 2025
This study explores the experiences of autistic students who have been excluded from school and their subsequent attempts at re-integration. Despite the right to education and inclusion, autistic students-especially those with complex needs-are at a higher risk of...
by Andrei | May 2, 2025
This study explores the behavioural challenges of children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) who also show traits of extreme/pathological demand avoidance (PDA). Based on parent interviews, it examines how these children obsessively avoid everyday demands, display...
