EVERYONE IS SENSITIVE to criticism sometimes and wants to be accepted and liked by others. When you become so hypersensitive that you worry you’re constantly being judged and have chronic feelings of ...

Avoidant personality disorder is characterized by the avoidance of social situations or interactions that may involve criticism, rejection, and humiliation. This can lead to challenges within ...

Social Anxiety Disorder (SAD) and Avoidant Personality Disorder (AvPD) share characteristics, most obvious being the avoidance of social situations. At first glance, this may create difficulties in ...

Lizzie Duszynski-Goodman is a journalist living in the Midwest with her husband and two young children. Her work explores the intersection of mental health, wellness and parenting. She is the former ...

Clear communication, authenticity, and professional guidance are some ways to strengthen your relationship with someone who has avoidant personality disorder. Avoidant personality disorder (AVPD) is a ...

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Avoidant personality disorder is the avoidance of social situations and interpersonal relationships due to a fear of rejection or criticism. Avoidant personality disorder is a long-term and often ...