Class with Kate

The Difference Between Avoidance and Avoidance ABUSE

November 1, 2026·17 min
Episode Description from the Publisher

Not all avoidant behavior is necessarily abusive, but when coupled with a lack of repair, a lack of curiosity, and an unresponsiveness to your influence as a partner the dynamic can quickly become abusive. Here I explain the difference between regular avoidance behavior, avoidance with abusive tendencies, and true avoidance abuse so that you have the knowledge and tools to choose your next step. Get my app- https://studio.com/kate-gray/relate Find more @CodependencyKate on Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok www.codependencykate.com

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