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Managing Social Anxiety

by Debra A. Hope

Book Details

Publisher:Oxford University Press, USA
Published:2010
Pages:250
Format:BOOK
Language:en

Reading Info

About This Book

This is a client workbook for those in treatment or considering treatment for social anxiety. This program has met the American Psychological Association's Division 12 Task Force criteria for empirically-supported treatments. Clients will learn how social anxiety interferes with the achievement of life goals. The workbook includes information about a variety of interventions, such as exposure, cognitive re-framing, and medication.

Our Review

This practical workbook delivers evidence-based strategies for confronting the overwhelming worry and self-consciousness that defines social anxiety. Grounded in treatments validated by the American Psychological Association, it guides readers through understanding how their anxiety sabotages personal and professional goals. The program systematically introduces proven interventions, from gradual exposure exercises to cognitive restructuring techniques that challenge negative thought patterns. It provides a clear, structured path for anyone feeling trapped by the fear of social judgment.

What sets this guide apart is its clinical rigor combined with accessible, actionable steps, making it an invaluable tool for those actively in therapy or considering seeking professional help. The inclusion of information on medication and various therapeutic approaches offers a comprehensive view of the recovery landscape. Readers committed to doing the work will find a reliable co-pilot for building the confidence to engage with the world more freely, transforming paralyzing fear into manageable discomfort.

Themes

Psychology

Subjects

Psychology