Coping with Shyness and Social Phobias: A Guide to Understanding and Overcoming Social Anxiety

Often misunderstood and underappreciated, social anxiety is one of the most prevalent psychological problems in the West

Shyness and social phobia will affect one in twenty people and can prevent those suffering from leading their lives to the full. In this supportive and informative guide, psychologists Crozier and Alden explore the reason and meaning behind social anxiety and consider the various treatments on offer; including medication and cognitive-behavioural therapy.

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