Rejected petition Recognise Pathological Demand Avoidance as a distinct profile for ASD

Recognise the condition PDA as a distinct profile within the autism spectrum and legislation relating to EHCPs, DLA and MDA documentation

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The strategies and support needs of individuals with PDA are distinctly and uniquely different to that of ASD, meaning that many of the approaches for ASD children are ineffective for children with PDA, this distinct status would support parents and professionals in providing effective and bespoke support for the condition

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It’s about something that the UK Government or Parliament is not directly responsible for.

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Date submitted 13 March 2021
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