safety-seeking behaviors

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  1. actions taken to avoid danger, reduce anxiety, or feel more secure, often involving repeated or habitual behaviors aimed at preventing feared outcomes or discomfort.

When people feel anxious in social situations, they might rely on safety-seeking behaviors like avoiding eye contact or rehearsing conversations to feel more in control.

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