Avoidant personality disorder: current insights
Lisa Lampe1 and Gin S Malhi2 Author information ► Copyright and License information ► Disclaimer Abstract Avoidant personality disorder (AVPD) is a relatively common disorder that is associated with significant distress, impairment, and disability. It is a chronic disorder with an early age at onset and a lifelong impact. Yet it is underrecognized and poorly studied. Little is known regarding the most effective treatment. The impetus for research into this condition has waxed and waned, possibly due to concerns…