Quiz on Avoidant Personality Disorder (AVPD)

What is Avoidant Personality Disorder (AVPD)?

• A temporary feeling of sadness

• A lasting pattern of behavior

• A physical illness

• A type of anxiety disorder

Which of the following is a characteristic of someone with AVPD?

• Often feels very confident

• Often feels very shy

• Often feels very angry

• Often feels very happy

What belief is common in individuals with AVPD?

• They are better than others

• They are not good enough

• They are always right

• They are very popular

What fear is associated with AVPD?

• Fear of heights

• Fear of being rejected

• Fear of animals

• Fear of darkness

How do the feelings associated with AVPD affect relationships?

• Make it easy to form close relationships

• Make it hard to form close relationships

• Have no effect on relationships

• Improve relationships

What impact do AVPD feelings have on working with others?

• Make it easy to work with others

• Make it hard to work with others

• Have no impact on working with others

• Improve teamwork

Which of the following is NOT a symptom of AVPD?

• Feeling very shy

• Believing they aren’t good enough

• Being afraid of being rejected

• Feeling very outgoing

What is the main theme of AVPD?

• Temporary mood swings

• Lasting pattern of behavior

• Physical health issues

• Financial problems

Which feeling is NOT typically associated with AVPD?

• Shyness

• Confidence

• Fear of rejection

• Inadequacy

What does AVPD make difficult for individuals?

• Traveling

• Forming close relationships

• Eating healthy

• Learning new skills