Social Anxiety Treatment Options
Various treatment options have been developed through many years of research into anxiety disorders. For the most part, there are two types of treatments that are available through conventional medical practitioners-medications and psychotherapy.
Medications
Qualified medical physicians, such as psychiatrists, are able to prescribe medications for the treatment of anxiety related disorders. While medications can not provide a long-term cure, they can keep the symptoms under control and enable patients to lead a normal, anxiety-free life. When taking a prescription drug to mitigate that symptoms of anxiety, it is recommended that the patient, or doctor, or both, contact other professionals like counselors, social workers or psychologists who are able to provide psychotherapy in conjunction with existing prescription treatments.
Types of medications include:
- Anti-depressants - SSRI's, Tricyclics and MAOI's are the most common forms of medication for anxiety.
- Anti-Anxiety Medications - include benzodiazepines that relieve symptoms quickly and have few side effects.
- Betablockers - Can be taken when needed or on a continuous basis as prescribed by the physician.
Before taking a medication, it is important to speak with your doctor about the potential for side effects and withdrawal effects. It is also important to tell your doctor about any alternative or complementary therapies that you may be currently taking, or are planning on taking.
Psychotherapy
Psychotherapy often involves speaking with a trained mental health professional, such as a counselor, psychologist or psychiatrist. These qualified professionals can teach you how to better deal with anxiety, and eventually, how to find long-term relief from the disorder.
One form of psychotherapy called cognitive behavior therapy, or CBT, is designed to help people change thinking patterns that may be responsible for the irrational fears that are characteristic of anxiety. For example, a person with social anxiety disorder may learn to identify thoughts that may be causing them embarrassment, and can learn to no longer worry about being watched or how they might be judged by others.
In general, a CBT or behavioral therapy course may last about 12 weeks, but may require further sessions for complete relief.
Treatment and Safety
Always speak with a medical professional before beginning any anxiety treatment method. There are numerous alternative and complementary methods available, and speaking with a qualified medical professional will help you to identify those that would be of greatest benefit. Engaging in a treatment for anxiety without the support of a medical professional is not advisable.
**NOTE - Dietary supplements, though they can help relieve some symptoms associated with anxiety in the short-term, are not long-term treatment solutions for anxiety. Always speak to your doctor if you are thinking about taking, or are currently taking a dietary supplement.
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Emotional Wellness Resources on the Web:
123 Feel Better Life Change System [123FeelBetter.net]
The Wellness Channel [TheWellnessChannel.us]
Health and Wellness Articles, Tips and Resources [InsightJournal.com]
Herbs and Vitamins for Anxiety [InsightJournal.com]
Alternative Medicines That Can Help [TheHealthCenter.info]
Anxiety Resource Center [InsightJournal.com]
Stress Resource Center [InsightJournal.com]
Depression Resource Center [InsightJournal.com]
Social Anxiety Guide to Emotional Wellness [NCHW]
Adapted with permission from The National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH). NIMH is a component of the National Institutes of Health, which is part of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.
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