Meet My Autistic Brain

What is it like to find out late in life that you are autistic? The Autistic Woman talks about life experiences and how autistic traits affect her as an adult. You'll hear personal stories, opinions about research and the importance of autistic voices. Includes some fun stuff too! This podcast is primarily for adult autistics and their family and friends. It's one of the top 0.5% most popular shows globally as ranked by Listen Score.

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Pathological Demand Avoidance

May 30, 2023 • The Autistic Woman

Pathological Demand Avoidance - People with PDA don’t like demands placed on them even with activities of daily living. Is this an autistic thing, a symptom of autism or a disorder on its own? Listen and decide for yourself.

Here's an online PDA test: https://www.pdasociety.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/EDA8.pdf

DISCLAIMER: This episode is based on the host's limited experience and knowledge. Some of the information provided relates to non-PDA children and adults and is provided for contrast only. This is not intended to be advice for a parent of a child with PDA or any other person.

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