Psychiatrist Highlights Signs and Solutions for Avoidant Coping

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A psychiatrist explains that people often use avoidant coping mechanisms like oversleeping, excessive scrolling, or overworking to escape emotional distress. A 2026 report by Amaha found 82.7% of respondents exhibited such behaviors, while 43% used healthier strategies like exercise. Many delayed seeking professional help, with 53% living with issues over a year, leading to depression and self-harm thoughts in some cases.

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