The Science of Shyness: A Clinical Dive into Social Anxiety Disorder

KEYWORDS

Social Anxiety Disorder, Mental Health, Treatment, Neurobiology, Prevalence, History, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Psychotherapy, Anxiety, DSM

SUMMARY

In this episode of the Psych Studio Podcast, Dr. Tom Kiely delves into the complexities of Social Anxiety Disorder (SAD), exploring its definition, historical context, prevalence, neurobiological underpinnings, and effective treatment strategies. He emphasizes the distinction between social anxiety and shyness, discusses the evolution of the disorder's classification, and highlights the importance of understanding its neuroanatomy. The episode concludes with a focus on treatment options, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and medication, underscoring that social anxiety is a treatable condition.

Sound bites

"Social anxiety disorder is a real problem."

"The fear is not rational."

"Social anxiety is highly treatable."

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