I think i have avoidant personality disorder. i'm not sure though, how can i tell if i do or not?
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alayla
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Go see a mental health professional and get a diagnosis. They are the only ones who can diagnose you.
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you need to see a psychologist so he/she can diagnose you with the disorder, sometimes you just feel theres something wrong with you but to know for sure you have to be diagnosed, i mean it could be another disorder even if you are convinced that what you have is avoidant personality disorder so go get checked if you want to know for sure.
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you avoid seeking help?
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I have avoidant personality disorder. How to find out: Traits of an avoidant personality disorder: you tend to avoid social situations you have suspicions of people you are more of a recluse than a social person you avoid social functions because you don't want to be seen you are depressed If you don't inhibit these traits, then you don't have it.
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If your symptoms prevent you from having a full life and feeling fulfilled then you need to seek professional help. Maybe have a word with your doctor first? Social anxiety can cause you to become isolated and depressed. It is possible that a cognitive/behavioural therapist can help you to overcome your problems.
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The Wikipedia article of avoidant personality disorder is very detailed. It lists all the diagnostic criteria for the disease. If a certain amount of them apply to you (I forget the number, but it is stated in the article), then that indicates you have it.
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