# Welcome!
/c/avpd is a support community for individuals who suffer from [Avoidant Personality Disorder](https://www.merckmanuals.com/en-ca/professional/psychiatric-disorders/personality-disorders/avoidant-personality-disorder-avpd) and their loved ones. If you or someone you care about has AvPD, this is a safe space where you can talk about it.
**Self-diagnosed and self-suspecting individuals are welcome to join and participate, however please keep in mind that the only way to know for sure if you have AvPD is to consult a medical professional.** Relating to posts made in this community or scoring high on a screening test does not necessarily mean you have Avoidant Personality Disorder.
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# Useful Resources
[A more in-depth explanation of AvPD](https://www.helpguide.org/articles/personality-disorders/avoidant-personality-disorder-avpd.htm)
[CBT explained](https://www.choosingtherapy.com/cognitive-behavioral-therapy/)
[Suicide hotlines](http://www.suicide.org/international-suicide-hotlines.html)
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# Rules
> **Be respectful**
> > This is a support group, and is not a place for "edgy humour". Slur usage, bigotry, and general toxicity will not be tolerated within this community.
> **Don't ask us to diagnose you**
> > We are not your medical team and we do not have the ability to diagnose you with a personality disorder. If you suspect you have AvPD, please consult a medical professional so that you can get the treatment you need.
> **No solicitation**
> > This is not the place to advertise products, "alternative therapy", or personal social media accounts. If they are specifically related to AvPD, you are allowed to promote your socials in the designated self-promo thread.
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