RAADS-14

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Name of Form

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INSTRUCTIONS

Approximate time: 10-12 minutes to respond to 26 questions.

Please answer the questions thinking about your behaviour during the last six months. Please read each item carefully and fill in the answer that best applies.

All responses are confidential.

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BACKGROUND

This screening tests for Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA).

PDA is characterized by an individual's extreme avoidance of everyday demands and requests due to an anxiety-driven need for control.

PDA is also referred to as Persistent Demand for Autonomy, highlighting the constant striving for self-governance and resistance to external pressures.

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1. I obsessively resist and avoid ordinary demands and requests* This field is required.

Not True

Somewhat True

Mostly True

Very True

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2. I complain about illness or physical incapacity to avoid a request or demand* This field is required.

Not True

Somewhat True

Mostly True

Very True

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3. I am driven by the need to be in charge* This field is required.

Not True

Somewhat True

Mostly True

Very True

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4. I find everyday pressures (e.g. having to go on a routine trip/visit dentist) intolerably stressful* This field is required.

Not True

Somewhat True

Mostly True

Very True

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5. I tell other people how they should behave, but do not feel these rules apply to me* This field is required.

Not True

Somewhat True

Mostly True

Very True

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6. I mimic other people’s mannerisms and styles (e.g., use phrases adopted from other people to express myself to others)* This field is required.

Not True

Somewhat True

Mostly True

Very True

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7. I have difficulty complying with demands and requests from others unless they are carefully presented* This field is required.

Not True

Somewhat True

Mostly True

Very True

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8. I take on roles or characters (from TV/real life) and ‘act them out’* This field is required.

Not True

Somewhat True

Mostly True

Very True

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9. I show little shame or embarrassment (e.g., I might throw a tantrum in public and not be embarrassed)* This field is required.

Not True

Somewhat True

Mostly True

Very True

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10. I invent fantasy worlds or games and act them out* This field is required.

Not True

Somewhat True

Mostly True

Very True

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11. I am good at getting around others and making them do as I want* This field is required.

Not True

Somewhat True

Mostly True

Very True

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12. I am unaware or indifferent to the differences between myself and figures of authority (e.g. parents, teachers, and police)* This field is required.

Not True

Somewhat True

Mostly True

Very True

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13. I will still sometimes have a ‘meltdown’ (e.g., scream, tantrum, hit, or kick) if I feel pressurized to do something* This field is required.

Not True

Somewhat True

Mostly True

Very True

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14. I like to be told I have done a good job* This field is required.

Not True

Somewhat True

Mostly True

Very True

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15. I have a very rapidly changing mood (e.g., I can switch from affectionate to angry in an instant)* This field is required.

Not True

Somewhat True

Mostly True

Very True

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16. I know what to do or say to upset particular people* This field is required.

Not True

Somewhat True

Mostly True

Very True

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17. I blame or target a particular person/persons* This field is required.

Not True

Somewhat True

Mostly True

Very True

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18. I deny things I have done, even if I am caught “red-handed”* This field is required.

Not True

Somewhat True

Mostly True

Very True

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19. I can be distracted (preoccupied) ‘from within’ (i.e., absorbed in my own world)* This field is required.

Not True

Somewhat True

Mostly True

Very True

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20. I make an effort to maintain my reputation with other people* This field is required.

Not True

Somewhat True

Mostly True

Very True

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21. I sometimes use outrageous or shocking behaviour to get out of doing something* This field is required.

Not True

Somewhat True

Mostly True

Very True

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22. I have periods when I have extremely emotional responses (e.g., crying/giggling, becoming furious) to what others would think small events* This field is required.

Not True

Somewhat True

Mostly True

Very True

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23. I ensure any social interaction is on my own terms* This field is required.

Not True

Somewhat True

Mostly True

Very True

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24. I prefer to interact with others in an adopted role or communicate through props or objects* This field is required.

Not True

Somewhat True

Mostly True

Very True

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25. I seek to quibble and change rules set by others* This field is required.

Not True

Somewhat True

Mostly True

Very True

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26. I can be passive and difficult to engage* This field is required.

Not True

Somewhat True

Mostly True

Very True

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Your Score is: {totalScore143}

Scoring range: 0–78

0-45: Low risk of pathological demand avoidance

Higher than 45: High risk of pathological demand avoidance

Click "next" for an interpretation of your score.

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Your Score Is:Scoring range: 0–78 0-45 - low risk of pathological demand avoidance 45+ - a high risk of pathological demand avoidance Click Next to see detail interpretation of your score.

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What does your score of {totalScore143} mean?

Based upon your responses, most likely you do NOT meet the criteria for extreme/pathological demand avoidance.

This is only a screening measure and is not a definitive diagnosis. Only a qualified mental health professional can diagnose mental disorders.

If you are interested in finding out more, one of our clinicians would love to talk to you.

Click the "Next" button below to book a complimentary consultation with one of our team members.

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What does your score of {totalScore143} mean?

Based upon your responses, it appears that you have issues similar to those with extreme/pathological demand avoidance.

You should not take this as a diagnosis or a recommendation for treatment. However, if you are interested in finding out more, one of our clinicians would love to talk to you.

Click the "Next" button below to book a complimentary consultation with one of our team members.

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What are you interested in?* This field is required.

Neurodiverse COUPLES Counseling

Neuro-informed INDIVIDUAL Counseling

An Assessment and Diagnosis (only available for residents of California)

I'm not sure. I'd like to talk to a care coordinator.

Nothing, just send my scores please

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Your Email* This field is required.

example@example.com

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The type of assessment that I am interested in (note only available in California):* This field is required.

Autism Assessment - $1,500

ADHD Assessment - $900

Dual Assessment (ASD and ADHD) - $1, 800

Sensory Assessment - $300 (as an add on to Autism or ADHD assessment)

Alexithymia Assessment - $300 (as an add on to Autism or ADHD assessment)

PDA Assessment (Pathological Demand Avoidance) - $300 (as an add on to the Autism or ADHD assessment)

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Where do you live? (This helps match you with a therapist or coach).* This field is required.

California

Not in California

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Session fees vary by experience and qualifications. Share what you can pay, and we’ll match you with the right professional.* This field is required.

$100 to $150

$150 to $200

$200 to $250

$250 to $300

$300 and up

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My name is:* This field is required.

First Name

Last Name

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Email* This field is required.We will send your screener results and help you schedule a free consultation with one of our experts.

example@example.com

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Phone Number

Please enter a valid phone number.

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Please share any additional background

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What's Next?

You will be sent a copy of your scores if you've provided your email address.

If you marked that you are interested in counseling services, our Client Care Coordinator will be in touch within 24 hours to connect you with one of our experts.

Please feel free to reach out to our Client Care Coordinator, Cassie Clayton, if you have any questions in the meantime!

Email : clientcare@newpathfamily.com

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