Demand avoidance is when someone resists / avoids the ordinary demands of life, even when it is in their best interest to comply. It typically manifests early in life and can be associated with high levels of anxiety.
Healthcare providers are accustomed to anxious patients. For individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), sensory issues, an aversion to physical contact, or changes in their daily routine could lead to a negative doctor’s office visit.
The Chafee Amendment (enacted in 1996) states that non-profit groups or government agencies are allowed to reproduce or distribute literary works without infringing on copyrights if the literature is intended for blind individuals or for individuals with a disability.
Healthcare professionals use a variety of tools to diagnose ASD. While certain questionnaires are more commonly used than others, there are a variety of testing tools that healthcare professionals may draw from.
For some people with ASD, receiving treatment via telehealth might be the best option. Telehealth is a way for doctors to provide consultations and therapies to patients using electronic devices (iPads, tablets, smartphones, home computers, etc…).
