Approach-avoidance behaviour represents a fundamental aspect of human interaction with the environment, delineating the inherent tendency to move towards stimuli perceived as positive and away from ...

For some children, everyday demands such as "brush your teeth" or "time to get off of your computer game," can trigger intense anxiety and extreme resistance. When this type of response affects ...

Eric avoided doing lots of things in life, from going to the dentist to paying his taxes. He avoided anything that might cause him any anxiety. This inevitably caused him even more anxiety. Eric ...

Introduction New Delhi: It's common for young children to make excuses to avoid going to school, but sometimes this behavior can indicate deeper issues. Parents often struggle to understand the ...

This week you will learn more about avoidance and why avoiding things that make you anxious will not help you overcome your anxiety. You will also learn about behaviors that we call “quick fixes” ...

Facial expressions play a fundamental role in social communication. While it is well established that others’ expressions influence our behavior—such as approaching a smiling person or avoiding an ...

If you find yourself avoiding situations that might lead to rejection, you're not alone. Rejection sensitivity is a common ...

“Fix-Its” are another type of behavior that your child may engage in when they are feeling anxious. In addition to avoidance, your child may perform certain behaviors or actions over and over again in ...