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Demand Avoidance That's Not PDA

Sep 9, 2024

Discover the intriguing world of demand avoidance and its impact on productivity. The discussion reveals personal experiences with managing routines while working from home. Learn how demand avoidance differs from Pathological Demand Avoidance, shedding light on effective coping strategies. The importance of balance and flexibility in tackling everyday tasks takes center stage, making it relatable to many.

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Demand avoidance in autistic individuals stems from neurobiological factors and can lead to negative consequences if not effectively managed.

Implementing structured routines and utilizing tools like the SunSama app can significantly alleviate decision-making stress and enhance productivity.

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Understanding Demand Avoidance

Demand avoidance refers to the general resistance individuals may feel toward external demands, which can result from factors like neurobiology and personal experiences. This phenomenon is notably common among autistic individuals, who may instinctively reject requests or tasks without clear reasoning. The speaker emphasizes that while some level of demand avoidance is expected within autistic behavior, it can lead to negative consequences if not addressed. Recognizing this, the speaker explores methods to manage this avoidance, such as breaking tasks into smaller, more manageable timeframes.

Understanding Demand Avoidance and Productivity Challenges

9min

Understanding and Managing Demand Avoidance

2min

Sometimes we avoid the demands of our everyday lives, even the ones we place on ourselves. It takes a lot of energy to resist doing what needs to be done. It’s different from PDA (Pathological Demand Avoidance) in how it affects us and what we can do about it.

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