: Completely staying away from situations, places, or people that trigger intense emotions (e.g., "I don't do public speaking").
: Squashing negative emotions often has the side effect of dampening positive ones, leading to a sense of emotional detachment. Moving Toward Action Avoidance
: Dodging a situation prevents "extinction" of the fear; the brain never learns that the threat was manageable, making the anxiety grow stronger over time. : Completely staying away from situations, places, or