5 min
Social Anxiety Disorder AKA Social Phobia Anxiety Road Podcast
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- Mental Health
In this episode, a look at a disorder that is commonly mistaken for shyness. It isn't about shyness or being bashful. Social Anxiety Disorder (aka Social Phobia) affects a lot of people.
According to the Andrew Kukes Foundation, that is 1 in 8 people or 15 million people.
Social Phobia is an irrational believe that a person is being observed and judged. The belief is so strong there are physical symptoms and the disorder has the ability to disrupt and impact the quality of a person's life. So let's take a look at the disorder and look at resources that can help folks deal with it.
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned:
The National Institute of Mental Health has a fact sheet on Social Anxiety Disorder AKA Social Phobias.
The Social Anxiety Association has an information page with definitions and treatment options.
Anxiety and Depression Association has a page or two on Social Anxiety Disorder.
Andrew Kukes Foundation for Social Anxiety (AKFSA) YouTube Channel has videos from therapists, former clients, and other people associated with the condition.
VerywellMind's page The 9 Best Books to Help With Social Anxiety Disorder of 2020
National Social Anxiety Center questionnaire called the Liebowitz Social Anxiety Scale to find out if you have social anxiety. You also can check out their blog about issues relating to social anxiety.
Disclaimer:
Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements.
Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder.
This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
In this episode, a look at a disorder that is commonly mistaken for shyness. It isn't about shyness or being bashful. Social Anxiety Disorder (aka Social Phobia) affects a lot of people.
According to the Andrew Kukes Foundation, that is 1 in 8 people or 15 million people.
Social Phobia is an irrational believe that a person is being observed and judged. The belief is so strong there are physical symptoms and the disorder has the ability to disrupt and impact the quality of a person's life. So let's take a look at the disorder and look at resources that can help folks deal with it.
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned:
The National Institute of Mental Health has a fact sheet on Social Anxiety Disorder AKA Social Phobias.
The Social Anxiety Association has an information page with definitions and treatment options.
Anxiety and Depression Association has a page or two on Social Anxiety Disorder.
Andrew Kukes Foundation for Social Anxiety (AKFSA) YouTube Channel has videos from therapists, former clients, and other people associated with the condition.
VerywellMind's page The 9 Best Books to Help With Social Anxiety Disorder of 2020
National Social Anxiety Center questionnaire called the Liebowitz Social Anxiety Scale to find out if you have social anxiety. You also can check out their blog about issues relating to social anxiety.
Disclaimer:
Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements.
Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder.
This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
5 min