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The first line of treatment for social anxiety disorder is cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). [9] Medications such as SSRIs are effective for social phobia, especially paroxetine. [10] [11] [non-primary source needed] CBT is effective in treating this disorder, whether delivered individually or in a group setting. [12]
Social anxiety is the anxiety and fear specifically linked to being in social settings (i.e., interacting with others). [1] Some categories of disorders associated with social anxiety include anxiety disorders , mood disorders , autism spectrum disorders , eating disorders , and substance use disorders . [ 1 ]
Roughly 7% of American adults have social anxiety disorder, and more than 75% of people experience their first symptoms in their childhood or early teenage years. [28] Social anxiety often manifests specific physical symptoms, including blushing, sweating, rapid heart rate, and difficulty speaking. [29]
Post-traumatic stress disorder can also coexist with anxiety disorders, such as panic disorder, social anxiety, and generalized anxiety disorder (GAD). Substance abuse is another frequent co ...
Anxiety medications called benzodiazepines like alprazolam (Xanax®), diazepam (Valium®), and clonazepam (Klonopin®) can be used to quickly reduce anxiety attack symptoms.
Anti-anxiety and antidepressant medication is commonly prescribed for treatment of social anxiety disorder. Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) such as sertraline, fluvoxamine and paroxetine are common anti depressants used for treatment of social anxiety disorder.