Avoidant Personality Disorder (AVPD)
Coping with extreme shyness, feelings of inadequacy, and sensitivity to criticism
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Managing Editor
Lawrence Robinson is the Managing Editor of HelpGuide.org International, where he oversees the development and editorial quality of the organization’s mental health and wellness content.
Lawrence has more than 20 years of experience as a professional writer and editor specializing in health and wellness. For over 15 years, he has helped shape HelpGuide’s extensive library of educational resources on topics such as depression, anxiety, stress, relationships, parenting, nutrition, sleep, healthy aging, and emotional intelligence.
In his role at HelpGuide, he works closely with clinicians and subject specialists to ensure that psychological and medical research is translated into clear, practical guidance that is easy to understand and apply in everyday life.
He has co-authored and edited numerous HelpGuide articles and guides that have been republished by healthcare organizations, universities, government agencies, and other institutions.
In addition to his work at HelpGuide, Lawrence has ghostwritten many nonfiction books for major publishers including Simon & Schuster, Little Brown, and Random House.
Coping with extreme shyness, feelings of inadequacy, and sensitivity to criticism
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