@youpsychiatryclinic: Sometimes avoidance can feel like relief in the moment, but it can also keep us from processing what we’re feeling. ❤️🩹 Avoidance can show up in ways that seem harmless, like canceling plans, steering clear of certain situations, or constantly distracting yourself. Recognizing these patterns is the first step toward understanding what you may be trying to cope with. Swipe through for 5 signs you may be using avoidance as a coping mechanism. 🤍 #youpsychiatryclinic #bewellbeyou #MentalHealth #MentalHealthAwareness #copingmechanisms