Hi Blue Coral,
I see a therapist weekly and I've learned that having Avoidant Personality Disorder (untreated for many years) is what led to Major Depression, Dysthimia and Anxiety Disorder NOS. The avoidant part of me is the hardest to recover from. I still have a long way to go and it's not easy.

I know what you mean about the "ah-ha" moment when you read about this disorder. When my therapist explained it to me, I was amazed to hear something that really defines me.

I hope you are able to start seeing a therapist.

Take Care.