Social Anxiety vs Shyness pt 1 | 3 Treatment Options for Social Anxiety Disorder |

Social Anxiety Disorder

In a world where being social is almost like a form of currency, many of us still struggle with social anxiety.

Shyness is the tendency to feel awkward, worried or tense during social encounters, especially with unfamiliar people. On the other hand, social anxiety disorder can be described as persistent, intense fear or anxiety about specific social situations. This causes us to avoid these situations because we believe we may be judged, embarrassed or humiliated, Or if we do endure these situations, it’s with intense fear or anxiety.

Some of that overlaps with shyness, but one of the key differences between shyness and SAD, is that for people with SAD, the level of avoidance, the intensity of the fear, and the impairment of functioning that it causes in someone’s life is severe. When it starts to hinder our ability to go to work or school or leave the house in general there’s even more reason to be concerned.

At the end we'll discuss 3 treatment options therapists use to manage social anxiety.

Disclaimer: All of the information on this channel is for entertainment and educational purposes only. This channel is not intended to substitute for the treatment provided by a mental health professional. Getting answers to comments/questions does not establish a therapist-client relationship.

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[shantayprueeissen]

I think I will be continuing my CBD treatment. I was just given CBD products from Weedborn and I feel so much better these days : D

[aaronaustrie]

I'm an Introvert. I don't feel comfortable dealing with people in social environments. I prefer talking 1 on 1

[BendnStretchwithSue]

It always amazes me how many people struggle with social anxiety! It’s so crazy. Thanks for sharing :) super applicable to so many people!

[Meditatewithalice]

You made this distinction really clear, thank you! Cognitive reconstruction helped me so much. :)

[TakeBackYourMind]

Awesome video it really cleared up the differences between to the two. Seems like the most important first step is always having the courage to be honest with yourself about where you're at.

[mangyanpublicaffairs]

now i know about Social Anxiety Disorder great channel Lexi

[abdullahiqbal]

Thank you so much for this important video.

[TylerSinden]

lol maybe I've been blaming my shyness to social anxiety my whole life

[iriskonnjewel]

The only thing that’s been nice about the pandemic is not having to worry about social anxiety as much!

[theotherway]

The book "30 Days to Reduce Anxiety" by Harper Daniels is a good resource.

[PracticalInspiration]

Great subject the cover, one of value to many!

[shahnaahmed]

As soon as I leave my house or be in a place like a restaurant, hospital or any crowded place..my whole body starts to tingle with shivers, completely zone out and faint. Also left my job just cuz I can't cope with this sensation everyday....Now when I want a job I start to overthink way too much that I can't help it. Never been to a therapist cuz I have a feeling I will faint even there. Idk what it is, depression, anxiety, panic??

[jonathanarmstead]

Great stuff, as always. Hey, wait, did you use that Netflix joke before?

[chicknthewoo]

I’d rather have friends tbh but i can’t make any because I can’t start a conversation or keep one so i just shut up I NEED SOCIAL SKILLS VERY MUCH LACKING THAT

[DefnitelyNotFred]

Great video! I would just suggest integrating a smaller intro, it's a bit long for people trying to get to the information of the title. I really enjoy the channel SciShow Psych, if you want/ like suggestions!