Pathological demand avoidance
Proposed sub-type of autism spectrum disorder / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Pathological demand avoidance (PDA) or extreme demand avoidance (EDA) is a proposed disorder, and sub-type of autism spectrum disorder, defined by characteristics such as a demand avoidance—which is a greater-than-typical refusal to comply with requests or expectations—and extreme efforts to avoid social demands.[1][2] Any expectation, even routine activities or highly desired activities, such as getting ready to leave home to visit a playground, can trigger avoidant behavior.[3] If the demand cannot be avoided, a panic attack or a meltdown may ensue.[4] Depending on an individual's trigger, the intensity of their reactions may differ. Looking at a PDA profile can help determine explanations for the demand avoidance, whether it is internalized or externalized.[5]
Pathological demand avoidance | |
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Other names | Extreme demand avoidance Demand Avoidance |
Specialty | Psychiatry |
Symptoms | Ignoring or refusing all demands, extreme need for control |
Onset | Early childhood |
Causes | Anxiety, autism |
Treatment | Gentle behavior management |