Yes I agree, avoidance maintains the cycle of depression/anxiety. Thats why planning activities is so good when you feel down. And then to go ahead and go thru with the plans even if you dont feel like it bc most of the time after you do the activity you will feel better for it! Therapists often teach 'behavioral activation' as an intervention. It works.
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