10 Symptoms of an Avoidant Personality Disorder
Symptom #9: Reluctance to Take Risks
Sometimes, we might need to weight the pros and cons of taking a risk. It could be something quite normal such as finding a new job, or something more adventurous such as selling everything and travelling the world. The degree to which we are willing to take risks varies from person to person, but most of us are willing to take some measured risks from time to time.
Risk taking for people with Avoidant Personality Disorder is far more difficult. Their insecurities make them more apprehensive, so that any risk-taking simply places them under too much anxiety. Instead, they are more likely to play it safe and, in some cases, this can mean not leaving home.
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