Social Anxiety Disorder Increases the Risk for Alcohol Use Disorder
Compared with other anxiety disorders, social anxiety disorder has a plausible direct influence on alcohol use disorder.
Social Anxiety Disorder
Social Anxiety Best Treated by Cognitive Therapy Alone
Cognitive therapy is a more effective treatment for social anxiety disorder than paroxetine alone and than pill placebo.
Social Anxiety Disorder Self-Reported Severity Scale Validated in English-Speaking Adults
Social anxiety disorder (SAD), also known as social phobia, is highly prevalent and is associated with a significant functional impairment.
Testosterone Aids Those With Social Anxiety
After receiving a dose of testosterone, participants with social anxiety disorder were less likely to avoid eye contact.
Interactive Media for Mental Health
Virtual reality has been explored for several decades as a treatment for various conditions including anxiety, PTSD, and phobias. Often, researchers use virtual reality devices to immerse patients in virtual exposure therapy, a form of behavior therapy where patients are exposed to feared or traumatic experiences. As advancements make this technology more affordable, virtual reality…
Attention Training in Treating Social Anxiety Disorder
Attention training teaches patients how to shift their focus away from unhelpful thoughts and feelings.
Psychiatric Impacts of Video Games, Internet Addiction on Children
Internet and gaming addiction is a serious issue for many children and teens and has been linked to ADHD, social anxiety and depression.
Tips for Coping with Social Anxiety Disorder During the Holidays
Encouraging patients to overcome small challenges little by little can add up to significant progress in the long run.
Atypical Depression Associated With More Severe Social Anxiety
Patients with atypical depression more likely to have earlier onset of social anxiety disorder than those with standard depression.
