As we slowly emerge into the post-pandemic era, we may find ourselves out of practice when it comes to socializing and interacting with others who are outside our bubble. This may lead to feeling shyer than you would normally, or feelings of social anxiety. Though social anxiety … [Read more...] about 8 Ways to manage social anxiety and feelings of shyness
Social Anxiety
How to manage social anxiety in a pandemic
Among its many impacts on mental health, the pandemic is driving an increase in social anxiety. Cognitive behavior therapist Jennifer Guttman, PsyD, writes for mindbodygreen that she is seeing a noticeable increase in social anxiety among her patients. Social anxiety is defined … [Read more...] about How to manage social anxiety in a pandemic
VR-based therapy can do wonders for patients with social anxiety disorders
There’s no doubt that Virtual Reality (VR) is a technological game-changer, but new research shows that it could also become a breakthrough in treating mental health problems. According to a recent study, combining cognitive-behavioral therapy with VR technology could help people … [Read more...] about VR-based therapy can do wonders for patients with social anxiety disorders
