Avoidance Behavior
Avoiding people, places, or reminders of a traumatic event, characteristic of PTSD.
What is Avoidance Behavior?
Avoidance Behavior is a symptom that people may experience for many reasons. It can be related to infections, chronic conditions, injuries, medication effects, or other health changes. The presence of this symptom alone does not diagnose any condition.
If you have Avoidance Behavior that is severe, persistent, or accompanied by other warning signs, contact a qualified healthcare provider.
Possible conditions associated with Avoidance Behavior
The following conditions have been associated with Avoidance Behavior. Only a health professional can determine the underlying cause.
Related symptoms
When to seek medical care
Seek urgent care if Avoidance Behavior is severe, sudden, or occurs with chest pain, difficulty breathing, confusion, severe weakness, or other serious symptoms.