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Can you please tell me if i will ever get over social anxiety and depression?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

You have a choice!: If you want to feel better than get involved in treatment. Cognitive behavioral therapy can be excellent for both. Psychotropic medications are sometimes indicated as well. The good news is that these are treatable conditions! well, what are you waiting for?

Answered 6/8/2013

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