Demand avoidance can be a feature of autism. It can also part of a specific autistic profile called PDA (pathological demand avoidance). In this video I'm talking about;

1. PDA
2. My own experiences of demand avoidance
3. Some tips for managing demand avoidance

Elizabeth Newson Centre for diagnosis of PDA: https://www.autismeastmidlands.org.uk...

Some PDA advocates
Harry Thomson (PDA adult) : https://www.harryjackthompson.com/about
Steph's Two Girls (the parent of a child with PDA):
https://www.stephstwogirls.co.uk
Chloe Me Just Me (teen YouTuber with PDA):    / @chloemejustme  
Riko Ryuki (PDA adult): https://dragonriko.wordpress.com
Julia Daunt (PDA adult): https://memyselfandpda.com


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Helpful links
The National Autistic Society http://autism.org.uk
Hypermobility Syndromes Association http://hypermobility.org