Your romantic life couldn't be better. You and your partner can't stop texting, going on dates, gushing about each other so much that your friends want to muzzle you. Then, it happens. They abruptly ...

Shitty dating behaviors are neither created nor destroyed, they just change shape. Which is to say that an age-old shady breakup maneuver you may know and hate as the classic slow fade has recently ...

Avoidant personality disorder symptoms include a variety of behaviors, such as: Avoiding work, social, or school activities for fear of criticism or rejection. It may feel as if you are frequently ...

People with avoidant personality disorder have a pervasive fear of emotional closeness. It stems from a lack of self-esteem starting in childhood.

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 ...

Do you find yourself hyperfixating on whether your partner is upset with you? Do you feel as though you're constantly nagging at your significant other in search of affection? Or maybe you're the ...

People with avoidant attachment styles may seem distant or detached, but they still need closeness and connection. Open, compassionate communication—such as regular “friendship temperature ...

In a recent blog post, “What is Anxious Self-Attachment?” I discussed how attachment theory can be used to better understand our relationship with ourselves. Attachment theory has helped many people ...

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