Cognitive Behavioural Intervention of Avoidant Personality Disorder – A Case Study

Abstract

Avoidant personality disorder is characterized by pervasive behavioural, emotional and cognitive avoidances. There are evidences that both psychodynamic therapy and cognitive behavior therapy are effective treatments of personality disorders. In the current case study a 21 year old male with a diagnosis of avoidant personality disorder was taken for psychological intervention through cognitive behavioural approach. Total 33 sessions were held over a period of four months. The client reported significant improvement in therapy. His functioning level and social skills were improved and was looking forward to address his problems in more optimistic approach.