The shyness & social anxiety workbook : proven, step-by-step techniques for overcoming your fear
Martin M. Antony (Author), Richard P. Swinson (Author)
"There's nothing wrong with being shy. But if social anxiety keeps you from forming relationships with others, advancing in your education or your career, or carrying on with everyday activities, you may need to confront your fears to live an enjoyable, satisfying life. This new edition of The Shyness and Social Anxiety Workbook offers a comprehensive program to help you do just that. As you complete the activities in this workbook, you'll learn to: find your strengths and weaknesses with a self-evaluation; explore and examine your fears; create a personalized plan for change; put your plan into action through gentle and gradual exposure to social situations. Information about therapy, medications, and other resources is also included. After completing this program, you'll be well-equipped to make connections with the people around you. Soon, you'll be on your way to enjoying all the benefits of being actively involved in the social world."--Publisher description
Print Book, English, 2008
Second edition View all formats and editions
New Harbinger Publications, Oakland, CA, 2008
Problems and Exercises
vi, 257 pages ; 26 cm.
9781572245532, 9781608820719, 1572245530, 1608820718
225089343
Part 1. Understanding your social anxiety
Chapter 1. Shyness and social anxiety
Chapter 2. Why do you have these fears?
Chapter 3. Getting to know your social anxiety
Part 2. How to overcome social anxiety and enjoy life
Chapter 4. Making a plan for change
Chapter 5. Medications for social anxiety and social anxiety disorder
Chapter 6. Changing your anxious thoughts and expectations
Chapter 7. Confronting your fears through exposure
Chapter 8. Exposure to social situations
Chapter 9. Exposure to uncomfortable sensations
Chapter 10. Communicating more effectively
Chapter 11. Maintaining your improvements and planning for the future
Revised edition of: The shyness & social anxiety workbook