Understanding APD
- Definition: APD is a mental health condition characterized by chronic feelings of inadequacy and extreme sensitivity to criticism. Individuals with APD often avoid social interactions due to an intense fear of rejection.
- Symptoms: Key indicators include poor self-image, being overly concerned about criticism or disapproval, reluctance to engage with others unless certain of being liked, and extreme anxiety in social settings.
- Prevalence: Approximately 1.5% to 2.5% of the U.S. population is affected by APD.
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Avoidant Personality Disorder (APD), classified under Cluster C (Anxious or Fearful) personality disorders, is characterized by pervasive feelings of social inhibition, inadequacy, and hypersensitivity to negative evaluation. Individuals with APD often avoid social interactions due to intense fears of rejection and criticism, despite a strong desire for connection.
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