Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA)

A guide for autistic adults

This online article provides an introduction to Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA). Discussion includes the history of PDA, what a PDA profile is, the assessment process and what current research tells us.

Founded in 1962, the National Autistic Society (NAS) “provide information, support and pioneering services, and campaigns for a better world for autistic people.” [Website]


Additional Details

Subjects: Autistic AdultsCo-Occurring Conditions

Author: National Autistic Society

Publication Location: United Kingdom

Publisher: National Autistic Society

Publication Date: 2020

Format: Online Article

Age Range: Adulthood (19+)