This research explores how well children understand others’ thoughts and feelings, known as Theory of Mind (ToM). It compares children with and without Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) and finds that stronger ToM skills are linked to lower aggression, especially in...
This paper examines the validity of the Extreme Demand Avoidance Questionnaire for Adults (EDA-QA) as a screening tool for identifying Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) traits in adults. Two studies were conducted using participants recruited from online forums...
This article explores the debate around whether extreme/pathological demand avoidance (E/PDA) is part of the autism spectrum or a separate condition. It provides an overview of current research and compares behaviours seen in classic autism with those in individuals...
Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) is widely considered part of the autism spectrum, but research in this area is still developing. There are different viewpoints, and more high-quality studies are urgently needed. Researchers need to better understand both autism...
This study explores how intolerance of uncertainty (IU) and anxiety may explain extreme demand avoidance (PDA) in children and adolescents. Researchers from the NHS and Newcastle University examined how these factors contribute to demand-avoidant behaviours. The...
