{"product_id":"avoidance-inventory-worksheet","title":"Avoidance Inventory Worksheet","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"127\" data-end=\"451\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eAvoidance is a common response to anxiety and fear. While avoiding difficult situations may provide temporary relief, it can also reinforce anxiety and make feared situations feel even more overwhelming over time. Identifying patterns of avoidance is an important first step towards building confidence and reducing anxiety.\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"453\" data-end=\"821\"\u003eThis printable CBT worksheet helps you identify situations, activities and internal experiences that you avoid because of anxiety or anticipated distress. 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