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Avoidant personality
Disorder
Definition
A pattern of social discomfort, fear of negative evaluation, and
shyness beginning in early adulthood
Causes, incidence and
risk factors
People with avoidant
personalities form relationships with others if they believe they will
not be rejected. They are preoccupied with their own shortcomings. Loss
and rejection are so painful that these people will choose loneliness
rather than risking themselves in a relationship.
Symptoms
• Is hurt by criticism
or disapproval
• Has no close friends
• Reluctance to become involved with people
• Avoids activities or occupations that involve interpersonal contact
• Shy in social situations out of fear of doing something wrong
• Exaggerates potential difficulties
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