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What does doctors most likely prescribe first for social anxiety?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Prescribe?: Have you considered trying out therapy before jumping to meds? Cognitive behavioral therapy can be effective.

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Answered 5/12/2016

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