In Praise of Shyness

Maggie Rowe on May 3, 2022 in Bodhisattva Wannabe

A Personal Perspective: I have spent much of my life combatting shyness, but I am now learning to embrace it.

A Personal Perspective: I have spent much of my life combatting shyness, but I am now learning to embrace it.

Renewable Energy and Social Anxiety 2022-2050

Toby Miller Ph.D. on April 9, 2022 in Greening the Media

What does renewable energy have to do with Russia's invasion of Ukraine, and our social anxiety?

What does renewable energy have to do with Russia's invasion of Ukraine, and our social anxiety?

Dealing With Post-Pandemic Social Anxiety

Tara Well Ph.D. on March 28, 2022 in The Clarity

If you’re feeling uneasy about in-person social events, here are some tips to help you find a new freedom.

If you’re feeling uneasy about in-person social events, here are some tips to help you find a new freedom.

The Sound of the Speed of Anxiety

Brad Waters on March 14, 2022 in Design Your Path

A personal perspective: Technology has stolen our time and confidence, leaving us with anxiety. By extending patience and kindness, we can help one another find our voice.

A personal perspective: Technology has stolen our time and confidence, leaving us with anxiety. By extending patience and kindness, we can help one another find our voice.

Why Social Anxiety and Depression Often Appear Together

The Collective - Integrated Behavioral Health / Neighborhood Psychiatry & Wellness on January 22, 2022 in Psychiatry for the People

Emerging research provides clinically-relevant findings for those addressing and living with combined social anxiety and depression.

Emerging research provides clinically-relevant findings for those addressing and living with combined social anxiety and depression.

How to Reduce Social Anxiety

Marty Nemko Ph.D. on January 19, 2022 in How To Do Life

Some practical self-help ideas to lower stress in social situations.

Some practical self-help ideas to lower stress in social situations.

The Bright Side of the Virtual Classroom

Wendy Lustbader M.S.W. on January 2, 2022 in Life Gets Better

I had no idea that there would be valuable benefits for me as a teacher as well as for my students, advantages that will be missed in returning to the in-person classroom.

I had no idea that there would be valuable benefits for me as a teacher as well as for my students, advantages that will be missed in returning to the in-person classroom.

Being an Introverted Parent During the Holidays

Meredith Gordon Resnick L.C.S.W. on December 19, 2021 in Adoption Stories

If you a parent who struggles with all that socializing you need to do on behalf of your child, a new book could help you rethink expectations.

If you a parent who struggles with all that socializing you need to do on behalf of your child, a new book could help you rethink expectations.

People with Social Anxiety Don't Want to Be Alone

Mark Travers Ph.D. on December 6, 2021 in Social Instincts

New psychological research offers insight on how to overcome social anxiety.

New psychological research offers insight on how to overcome social anxiety.

How to Cope With Social Anxiety Worsened by the Pandemic and Holidays

Joyce Marter LCPC on November 26, 2021 in Mental Wealth

Are you experiencing some anxiety about socializing this holiday season? You're not alone. Social anxiety is worse during the pandemic and during the holidays. Learn how to cope.

Are you experiencing some anxiety about socializing this holiday season? You're not alone. Social anxiety is worse during the pandemic and during the holidays. Learn how to cope.

Making Sense of Cluster C Personality Disorders

Kevin Bennett Ph.D. on November 23, 2021 in Modern Minds

What makes avoidant, dependent, and obsessive-compulsive personality disorders "cluster C" disorders?

What makes avoidant, dependent, and obsessive-compulsive personality disorders "cluster C" disorders?

Some of Our Basic Instincts May Actually Imperil Us Socially

Grant Hilary Brenner MD, DFAPA on November 7, 2021 in ExperiMentations

Social exclusion and feeling threatened drive moral judgments of others.

Social exclusion and feeling threatened drive moral judgments of others.

How to Tackle Social Anxiety

Loren Soeiro, Ph.D. ABPP on October 27, 2021 in I Hear You

Do you feel excessively self-conscious and uncomfortable in social situations? Here's what's really going on, and what you can do about it.

Do you feel excessively self-conscious and uncomfortable in social situations? Here's what's really going on, and what you can do about it.

The Real Reason Anxious People May Struggle in Relationships

Mark Travers Ph.D. on October 9, 2021 in Social Instincts

Depression, not anxiety, may be the more likely cause of many relationship challenges.

Depression, not anxiety, may be the more likely cause of many relationship challenges.

The High Cost of Enjoying Being Alone

Tony Evans Ph.D. on October 4, 2021 in Trust Games

New research suggests that people who enjoy solitary activities are more likely to be socially excluded.

New research suggests that people who enjoy solitary activities are more likely to be socially excluded.

10 Essential Classroom Accommodations for ADHD

Kailey Spina Horan, Ph.D., LMHC on September 30, 2021 in The Reality of Gen Z

Does your ADHD child have issues in the classroom? Here are some accommodations that may help.

Does your ADHD child have issues in the classroom? Here are some accommodations that may help.

Combating Social Anxiety and Negative Self-Talk

Leah Marone LCSW on September 10, 2021 in Gaining and Sustaining

Do you freeze in social situations, finding it hard to maintain presence and get out of your head? Discover new ways to retrain your brain and gain confidence.

Do you freeze in social situations, finding it hard to maintain presence and get out of your head? Discover new ways to retrain your brain and gain confidence.

The Lemon Test: Introverts Are More Aroused Than Extroverts

Kevin Bennett Ph.D. on August 31, 2021 in Modern Minds

Researchers think introverts produce more saliva than extroverts due to the Reticular Activation System, which responds to stimuli like food and social contact.

Researchers think introverts produce more saliva than extroverts due to the Reticular Activation System, which responds to stimuli like food and social contact.

Social Anxiety Is My Old Friend

Nancy J. Kislin, LCSW, MFT on August 30, 2021 in Family and Trauma

Life is challenging for children who experience social anxiety. Parents can help kids navigate painful and scary situations such as returning to school.

Life is challenging for children who experience social anxiety. Parents can help kids navigate painful and scary situations such as returning to school.

Everybody's been talking about the Olympic show jumping course, starring a statue that scared the horses. How do equine brains process experiences like this?

6 Ways to Speak with Greater Confidence

Melody Wilding, LMSW on August 2, 2021 in Trust Yourself

Speaking up isn't always easy. Here are 6 skills to help you gain confidence and recognition.

Speaking up isn't always easy. Here are 6 skills to help you gain confidence and recognition.

Social Anxiety in Children

Tracy P Alloway Ph.D. on July 28, 2021 in Keep It in Mind

Did you know that social anxiety can affect your memory? A few tips can make a big difference.

Did you know that social anxiety can affect your memory? A few tips can make a big difference.

Social Anxiety After Quarantine? Here's How to Cope

Chloe Carmichael Ph.D. on July 27, 2021 in The High-Functioning Hotspot

After more than a year in quarantine, anxiety may be high. Your social skills may need a boost, so try these simple tips.

After more than a year in quarantine, anxiety may be high. Your social skills may need a boost, so try these simple tips.

The Benefits of Texting Your Gratitude

Arash Emamzadeh on July 21, 2021 in Finding a New Home

New research suggests embarrassment and awkwardness need not stop you from expressing thankfulness because texting it may be just as beneficial.

New research suggests embarrassment and awkwardness need not stop you from expressing thankfulness because texting it may be just as beneficial.

Social Anxiety Can Sabotage Your Path to Success

Dimitrios Tsatiris M.D. on July 10, 2021 in Anxiety in High-Achievers

Scared by the idea of mingling with people outside your home? Try these practical tools to help overcome social anxiety and reach life goals.

Scared by the idea of mingling with people outside your home? Try these practical tools to help overcome social anxiety and reach life goals.

Performing as a Tool for Personal Growth

Marty Nemko Ph.D. on June 28, 2021 in How To Do Life

A pleasant way to try tweaking your personality.

A pleasant way to try tweaking your personality.

Managing Anxiety During Our Transition to In-Person Work

Marc Lener MD on June 21, 2021 in A Biopsychosocial Solution

Is post-pandemic social anxiety stressing you out? Here are some helpful ideas for the next phase of the journey.

Is post-pandemic social anxiety stressing you out? Here are some helpful ideas for the next phase of the journey.

Navigating the Anxiety of Post-Pandemic Socializing

Kevin Foss MFT on June 15, 2021 in Stronger Than Fear

Many people are feeling uncertain as they recreate their social lives post-pandemic. A few simple steps can go a long way.

Many people are feeling uncertain as they recreate their social lives post-pandemic. A few simple steps can go a long way.

Are You Hesitant About "Re-entry?"

The Department of Psychiatry at Brigham and Women’s Hospital on June 10, 2021 in Keeping You in Mind

Is the thought of re-entering the post-pandemic world causing you stress? Consider these tips to make the transition easier.

Is the thought of re-entering the post-pandemic world causing you stress? Consider these tips to make the transition easier.

Is COVID Re-Entry Causing Your Social Anxiety to Surge?

Bonnie Zucker Ph.D. on May 27, 2021 in Liberate Yourself

People with social anxiety might find COVID re-entry to be highly challenging. Here are some reasons why re-entry is so difficult—and what you can do about it.

People with social anxiety might find COVID re-entry to be highly challenging. Here are some reasons why re-entry is so difficult—and what you can do about it.