avoidant

avoidant /avoid·ant/ (ah-void´ant) moving away from; negatively oriented.

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avoidant [ah-voi´dant]

characterized by avoidance or moving away from something.

avoidant disorder of childhood and adolescence former name for a disorder now included under the diagnosis of social phobia.

avoidant personality disorder a personality disorder marked by extreme shyness and sensitivity to rejection. Because of this sensitivity, the person becomes socially withdrawn and forms relationships only with those willing to give uncritical acceptance. The self-esteem of such a person is naturally low. Fear of embarrassment prevents the patient from undertaking risks or new activities. In spite of the social withdrawal, the avoidant personality has a great desire for affection and companionship.

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Patient discussion about avoidant.

Q. Is it true that more cups of coffee can help avoid snack attacks?? I love having a snack between meals- but way too much. Is it true that black coffee can replace the feeling that a snack gives and even calm the fake hunger feeling for a while??

A. you cam use anthing i.e. water,soda and juice,but coffee has alot of caffine,you can also try a couple of crackers (plain).or even a piece of candy or gum.

Q. What sort of nutrition should I maintain in order to avoid breast cancer? I know there is great importance in life style changes, an changing nutrition is one of them. I have breast cancer in my family so I would like to avoid that.

A. No food or diet can prevent you from getting breast cancer. But some foods can make your body the healthiest it can be, boost your immune system, and help keep your risk for breast cancer as low as possible. loosing weight, eating fiber and avoiding estrogen-like pesticides can reduse the chance of developing breast cancer.

Q. How does drinking a lot of water before an activity helps to avoid dehydration? Question Description It just makes me go to the bathroom more…

A. you need to drink water before,during and after any sports or exercises,because you sweat which causes dehydration.