Lewis, a 23-year-old, arrives at your clinic following a panic attack he experienced during a day out with friends. As you examine him, he mentions that he is afraid of how he looked during the attack, and that his friends might judge him for it. He feels happy about finally finding friends who understand him, but this was the first time he went out with them in a while. Past excursions meant trying new things, and he was afraid that failing at these things would make them hate him. He believes this is his fault and wonders why everyone else has to have such perfect relationships while he struggles. Which of Lewis's symptoms would least indicate avoidant personality disorder?
a) envy of others and their capabilities
b) view of self as inferior
c) inhibition in new situations due to fear of inadequacy
c) preoccupation with rejection in social settings
