This article provides an overview of Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA), focusing on how it presents in autistic children. The authors discuss key differences between children with a PDA profile and those with attachment difficulties. They explore how anxiety-driven...
This study examines the characteristics of children referred for autism assessments, focusing on those with a Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) profile. Researchers analysed data from 351 children assessed between 2015 and 2017 at Dr. Judy Eaton’s clinic. The first...
This study explored how Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) in adults relates to other conditions, including ADHD and personality traits. Researchers used the EDA-QA, a self-report tool for adults with PDA traits, and analysed responses from individuals who...
This study explores the school experiences of autistic children with and without Extreme Demand Avoidance (EDA) behaviours. Using an online survey, 211 parents shared insights into their children’s education. The study grouped children into three categories: those...
This paper provides an overview of the research history of Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) and highlights areas where further study is needed. Research on PDA is still in its early stages due to limited funding, and more work is required to determine how useful...
