Treatments?

[Red_Roses]

I have suspected for a long time that I have social anxiety disorder but have not seen anyone about it. It is really affecting my life. My boyfriend gets upset because I am too nervous to go out with him and his friends. I am too nervous most of the time to go out with my own friends. I had to call about a job interview today, and when I called the person did not answer but I still got very weak and dizzy afterward. I am not sure what to do about it. My question is what kind of treatments are out there and do they work? How can I go about treating this problem?

Thank you.

[apple]

You can try anti-anxiety meds and/or anti-depressants for anxiety problems.  I would also suggest behaviour therapy...you can retrain your thinking so you help yourself rather than hinder your ability to get out and enjoy life.  Talk to your doctor about what your going thru and don't leave anything out.

And come here for support and advice along the way, we'd love to help you out as we all know how hard anxiety is to beat!!

[Kitty_]

I think Commitment and Aceptance is the best.  I'm not sure how many doctors are doing it, but you should ask about it if you find someone.