affect quality of life. Sometimes, this complete dread of rejection will fuel a person to work hard to be universally liked, or they may avoid situations where they could be hurt emotionally.
RSD can also negatively impact relationships — the belief that you are being, or will be, rejected becomes a self-fulfilling prophecy.While no one enjoys rejection or failure, those with RSD may exhibit symptoms such as:It is important to note, some of these symptoms are also common in other mental health conditions, such as:Because RSD can look like other mental health disorders, it is important to get the right diagnosis from a licensed psychologist, psychotherapist, counselor, doctor, or other mental health provider.
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