This paper discusses updates to the Coventry Grid Interview, a tool used by clinicians to help assess children with autism and attachment disorders. Diagnosing these conditions can be difficult, as they sometimes show overlapping behaviours, and some children may have...
This research explores how children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) traits manage emotions and problem-solving skills. It reviews studies on how well children with ASD control their emotions compared to those without ASD....
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...
