To remain regulated and functioning, we need to be able to dissipate stress. When this is not done effectively, it can have an explosive result, leading to a meltdown or a (consequent) shutdown.| Embrace Autism
The Perth Alexithymia Questionnaire (PAQ) is a 24-item self-report measure of all three components of alexithymia across negative and positive emotions.| Embrace Autism
The Extreme Demand Avoidance 8-item measure (EDA-8) is a parent-administered questionnaire that measures traits and behaviours related to Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) in children (ages 5–17).| Embrace Autism