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how to cure my social anxiety disorder?

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See a psychologist.: There are several very good treatments to address social anxiety disorder. Specifically in the behavioral realm, eg, cognitive behavioral therapy.  In addition, there are medications that can be taken on an as need basis to support lessening the symptoms, however, you would need to see a psychopharmacologist to get a prescription.

Question 2

how do you treat social anxiety disorder?

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Graded exposure : Social anxiety disorder (now called " social phobia") can be treated with therapy, sometimes supplemented with medication. People with a phobia avoid the feared situation or object. While this gives immediate relief, it doesn't help the problem. Gradual exposure to the feared situation and then much practice in coping really helps. Systematic desensitization has been shown to help or cure it.

Question 3

is social anxiety disorder consider serious?

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Quality of Life: Hello. Well, it is not an illness that can cause death. But if you are painfully shy & self-conscious it can certainly impact your quality of life. Take care.

Question 4

what to do if i have social anxiety disorder?

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Behavioral Options: See this page anxiety disorders assn of bc which contains educational ; self-help tools (incl. A video) for managing ; even overcoming social anxiety: http://www.Anxietybc.Com/resources/social.Php  effective treatment for social anxiety will involve putting yourself in feared social situations, going from ones you fear only a little to others you fear a lot. A cbt expert coach can be big help!

Question 5

how do you deal with social anxiety disorder?

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Effective treatment: Social anxiety disorder (aka social phobia) is a common and treatable condition.  Physicians may prescribe medications to help manage symptoms as needed -- especially when severe.  The essential, long-term healing work is in psychotherapy, though.  Cognitive behavioral therapy can be very useful.  Find a psychologist or other psychotherapist trained in this work for the best results.  Good luck!

Question 6

how to tell if i have social anxiety disorder?

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Social anxiety: Symptoms are cognitive (overly self-conscious in social situations, leading to stuttering & sweating, etc.) , behavioral (fear being embarrassed or humiliated, leading to avoidance) , & physiological (sweating, nausea, difficulty breathing, shaking, heart racing).

Question 7

how can i get help for social anxiety disorder?

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Exposure, Gradual: Most effective therapy =systematic desensitization. Involves facing/exposing yourself 2 feared object/situation but gradually, in progressive steps- from a situation assoc w/ mild level of soc anxiety 4 u, up 2 one assoc w/ extreme level. At each step u experience fear but u "stay w/ it" until level drops/u feel relaxed. Work w/ behavioral/cognitive-behavioral specialist esp. Clinical psychologist.

Question 8

what are usual signs of social anxiety disorder?

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Symptoms of Soc Anx: Fear of one or more social situations in which the person may be exposed to scrutiny, fear of embarassing self.  The feared situations cause high anxiety or panic attack, the situations are strongly avoided, and the person (usually) understands that the fear is unreasonable.

Question 9

how do i know if i have social anxiety disorder?

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Social Anxiety D/O: Do you become anxious/fearful/ embarrassed in every day interactions with others? Is hard for you talk to other people or look them in the eyes? Do you go out of your way to avoid interacting with others? Are you afraid that other people are judging you ; that anything you do might lead to a humiliating situation? If yes to these, does it impact your job, school, ; daily living? Recommend eval.

Question 10

could you explain what is social anxiety disorder?

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Everyone gets : Anxious from time to time. An anxiety disorder is diagnosed when someone experiences anxiety most of the time and limits their life due to excessive anxiety when in social situations.

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