Avoidant Personality Disorder Counselling in London | Avoidant Personality Disorder Treatment & Therapy

Causes of Avoidant Personality Disorder

The exact cause of Avoidant Personality Disorder is undetermined, however, genetic makeup will impact the likelihood of it developing and your environment or life situations. Rejection from parents and peers may contribute to the development of this disorder. The avoidant behavior typically begins in infancy and may be evidenced by shyness, or isolate themselves from others - avoiding new relationships. In such case, contact us for Avoidant Personality Disorder counselling in London.

How is Avoidant Personality Disorder diagnosed?

Diagnosing Avoidant Personality Disorder can be challenging because it is often mistaken for a social phobia is often co-occurring with another diagnosis such as depression or anxiety. Characteristics can resemble symptoms in schizoid and schizotypal personality disorder, the key difference is the verbalized desire to have social relationships. Typically APD is diagnosed after an interview and screening. Assessment tools can include Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory (MMPI-2), Millon Clinical Multiaxial Inventory (MCMI-II), Rorschach Psychodiagnostic Test, and Thematic Apperception Test (TAT).

Avoidant Personality Disorder Treatment in London

Treatment will be subjective to the individual. Antidepressants can assist in easing the anxiety of rejection and Psychotherapy, specifically Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), combined will be most effective.