Abandonment anxiety is more than just a fear—it’s a deep emotional wound. It can make you cling to relationships, doubt your worth, and fear every sign of distance. Often rooted in childhood neglect or trauma, it silently shapes how we love, trust, and connect. But with the right support and strategies, the cycle can be broken.
What Is Dependent Personality Disorder? Imagine not being able to make daily decisions like what to wear, eat, or watch — not out of indecisiveness but deep fear. You feel anxious in silence, emotionally unsafe when alone, and tolerate mistreatment to avoid being abandoned. This is the lived experience of someone with Dependent Personality Disorder (DPD) . DPD is one of the Cluster C personality disorders , characterized by extreme dependency, submissiveness , and fear of sep
