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I feel i suffer from social anxiety what can i do for that ?

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Dr. Alan Ali answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Social Anxiety: Not sure what your symptoms are, but if your anxiety is causing distress or interferes with work/social activities/daily functioning, then consult a therapist for tx.

Answered 5/3/2015

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Exposure Therapy: See this page of the Anxiety Disorders Assn of BC which contains educational & self-help tools (incl. a video) for managing, even overcoming social anxiety: http://ow.ly/F3lXj Effective treatment involves 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! Gr8 documentary: http://ow.ly/F3fzQ

Answered 4/1/2016

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Dr. Jerry Smith answered

Specializes in Clinical Psychology

CBT: Cognitive-behavioral therapy can help immensely with learning to manage anxiety. Consult with a psychologist here on HealthTap or in your community to start the process of developing healthy coping strategies. Request an appointment with me if you would like.

Answered 1/19/2019

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Can you let me know how many women out there truly suffer from anxiety?

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