Author(s)

Meixi Guo, Yilin Guo, Yuning Li

Corresponding Author

Meixi Guo

ABSTRACT

An avoidant personality disorder is a psychological disorder that causes significant problems in an individual's ability to participate in social conditions. Furthermore, its typical symptom is afraid of communicating with others because of feeling themselves inferior. This research article is an overview of avoidant personality disorder, addressing crucial information about this mental situation while stating impacts and future recommendations regarding this illness. Most of the information presented is based on reviews of pertinent literature, which will be incorporated into the themes and details of this research article. Regarding the research results, major findings include the possible etiology of avoidant personality disorder from biological and psychological perspectives, the impact of this disorder on society and on diagnosed individuals, lastly, some widely-respected treatment methods. In conclusion, this research article aims to inform readers with a general summary of the avoidant personality disorder and to provide insightful information related to the future of this mental illness.

KEYWORDS

Personality disorders, Avoidant personality disorder, Psychopathology, Inadequacy, Negative judgement